Father of Three Girls Missing Now Suspect in Murders
Three young sisters—nine-year-old Paityn Decker, eight-year-old Evelyn Decker and five-year-old Olivia Decker—found dead Tuesday morning in Washington state. Their father, 32-year-old Travis Decker, is now wanted for their murders. The discovery came a day after Washington State Patrol (WSP) called off an endangered missing persons alert for the siblings.
According to WSP, the sisters were last seen on May 30, leaving their home in Wenatchee for a “planned visitation” with their father. Decker, who local news station NCWLIFE reports is homeless and living in his vehicle, various hotels or campgrounds, had picked up the girls around 5 p.m. Friday. He did not share their destination.
Endangered Missing Alert and Search Efforts
By Saturday, law enforcement issued an endangered missing person alert for the three girls and their father, sharing a photo of Decker’s 2017 white GMC Sierra. Officials noted that, although the visit was part of a parenting plan, Decker had gone outside its parameters and failed to return his daughters on time. “That is not normal and a cause for alarm,” police said after being unable to contact him.
- WSP’s actions: Focused initial searches on local motels.
- Campground discovery: Decker’s unoccupied truck found near a campground close to Leavenworth.
- Bodies found: A subsequent search at the campground led to the tragic discovery of Paityn, Evelyn and Olivia Decker.
Details on Travis Decker and Warrant Issued
Travis Decker remains at large. Wenatchee police have issued a warrant for his arrest on multiple charges, including three counts of first-degree murder. It is unknown if he is armed, but officers warn he is a military veteran with extensive training. They’ve described Decker as five feet, eight inches tall, weighing 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Last seen wearing a light-colored shirt and dark shorts.
Friends and neighbors in Wenatchee have expressed shock over the 3 girls missing report turning into the grim reality of 3 girls found dead. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information on Decker’s whereabouts to come forward immediately.
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