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Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Yahoo
BREAKING: Chelan County deputies issue community alert, Travis Decker suspected to be in the area
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office has issued a community alert for the area of Ingalls Creek and Valley High as law enforcement searches for suspect Travis Decker. He is believed to potentially be in this area, according to deputies. Residents were told to secure their homes and vehicles, stay alert, and report any suspicious activity to 911. Decker is accused of kidnapping and killing his three young daughters at a campground outside of Leavenworth. Chelan County Sheriff's Office: COMMUNITY ALERT - AREA OF INGALLS CREEK AND VALLEY HIGH: Law enforcement is searching for suspect Travis Decker in the area of Ingalls Creek and Valley High as he is believed to potentially be in this area. Please secure your homes and vehicles, stay alert, and report any suspicious activity to 911. Residents and visitors will see a visible increase in law enforcement presence tonight as a precaution. Your safety remains top priority. If you see something say something.
Fox News
a day ago
- Fox News
Survivalist's Google searches reveal possible escape plan amid manhunt in daughters' triple murder: report
New photos of the Washington state survivalist accused of killing his own daughters have been released as federal authorities warn he could be trying to flee to Canada following a two-week-long manhunt. Officials are still searching for Travis Decker, 32, nearly two weeks after his three daughters, Paityn, 9; Evelyn, 8; and Olivia, 5, were first reported missing and days after their bodies were discovered. On June 7, the Chelan County Sheriff's Office released an updated wanted poster with new photos of Decker, highlighting his tattoos, haircut and wardrobe, as authorities continue to comb through large swaths of wilderness in search of the father. Decker was last seen wearing a green or tan shirt, which he was previously photographed in, and dark shorts, according to authorities. He is described as "dangerous" with police warning he "may be armed." Hundreds of law enforcement officials have been combing through nearby wooded areas and structures, with the state's National Guard deploying late Friday as the search for Decker continues. "Law enforcement members have conducted thorough searches of the forested areas, the river, and many structures in the area that Mr. Decker was last known to be in," the Chelan County Sheriff's Office said in a statement. "We continue these search efforts, acting upon gathered information and tips from the public, and leads developed through even more search warrants." The Chelan County Sheriff's Office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Officials are also looking into the possibility that Decker, an experienced survivalist who previously spent time in the military, is attempting to flee to Canada, according to a U.S. Marshals Service affidavit obtained by Fox 13 Seattle. According to the affidavit, a search of Decker's Google account revealed queries such as "how does a person move to Canada," "how to relocate to Canada," and "jobs Canada." The U.S. Marshals with the Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Additionally, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has pledged to provide helicopter transportation for officers searching in remote areas. "As a parent, my heart goes out to Paityn, Evelyn and Olivia's mom, Whitney, and all those who love them," Ferguson wrote on X. "The brutal murder of these young children has shocked our state. I'm committed to supporting law enforcement as they seek justice for Paityn, Evelyn and Olivia." The girls were discovered with plastic bags over their heads and bound wrists at a Chelan County campground last week and are believed to have died from asphyxiation. Additionally, deputies found two bloody handprints on the tailgate of Decker's vehicle. Decker's ex-wife, Whitney Decker, 35, told police that the girls had not returned from a court-ordered visit three days after a visit with their father, according to court documents. Decker was permitted to visit the girls every other weekend – but not overnight – according to a court-ordered parenting plan that he did not sign. When he failed to drop the girls off with their mother by the 8 p.m. curfew on Friday night, May 30, his ex tried calling – but was unable to reach him, according to a Chelan County police affidavit. GET REAL-TIME UPDATES DIRECTLY ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB The children's mother told police Decker has mental health issues – including borderline personality disorder – but had never missed a deadline to return their children following a visit. He is homeless and lives in motels and campgrounds, according to the affidavit. Local, state and federal officials continue to search for Decker, who is described as standing approximately 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighing about 190 pounds. Authorities are unsure if Decker is armed, but insist he is considered dangerous. Decker is charged with three counts each of aggravated first-degree murder and kidnapping. If convicted, he faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Authorities release new images of Travis Decker, who is wanted for murdering his three young daughters
Washington State police released new images of the dad accused of murdering his three daughters as they continue their search for the former Army soldier. Travis Decker, 32, is wanted for the murder of his children Paityn, nine, Evelyn, eight, and Olivia, five. Authorities started searching for Decker's daughters after they failed to return home from a scheduled visit with him on May 30. On Monday, the sisters' lifeless bodies were discovered at a campsite in Leavenworth - about 20 miles from their home. Their wrists had been bound with zip ties and each of them had been suffocated with a plastic bag. A massive manhunt is underway for the missing father, and the Chelan County Sheriff's Office released new images of Decker on Saturday. An updated wanted poster showed Decker wearing a tan shirt with the number 59 on the sleeve, dark shorts, flip flops with his hair tied back, carrying pizza boxes. The poster also included close up photos of Decker's tattoos on his arms and ankle, and stated that Decker was 'last seen wearing tan or green t-shirt, dark shorts.' 'Updated photos of murder suspect Travis Decker, who is considered dangerous and may be armed. Do not approach, call 911 immediately,' the poster stated. The Chelan County Sheriff's Office announced they would be removing road blocks and reopening roads after hundreds of law enforcement personnel search dozes of structures and the forest. 'However, we ask the public to remain vigilant at they venture back out to the recreation areas of Chelan County,' the sheriff's office said. 'We ask that the public help continue to help us in this search. Please review your doorbell cameras and security cameras for signs of Mr. Decker. 'If you are out in the woods, or recreation areas, and come across something you believe would be beneficial for law enforcement, note the time and location and mark the location on your electronic devices if possible.' After finding the girls, investigators 'obtained and served multiple search warrants for records contained in Decker's Google accounts,' leading them to discover that the 32-year-old appeared to be planning how to relocate to Canada, according to an affidavit reviewed by the Independent. In the affidavit, Deputy U.S. Marshal Keegan Stanley wrote that Decker made several searches on May 26, including: 'how does a person move to Canada,' 'how to relocate to Canada' and 'jobs Canada.' The father, who remains on the run, then visited the website 'Find a job - Stanley detailed. Authorities started searching for Decker's daughters after they failed to return home from a scheduled visit with him on May 30 His daughters' remains were also found 'relatively close to the Canadian border and approximately 11 miles from the Pacific Crest Trail, a well-established trail that leads directly to Canada,' per the affidavit. Decker, who is wanted on three counts each of first-degree murder and first-degree kidnapping, also 'has training in navigation, woodland/mountainous terrain, long distance movements, survival and numerous other disciplines needed to be able to flee,' the affidavit continued. 'Prior to the above alleged crimes, Decker frequently recreated in outdoor, woodland and mountainous areas throughout the Eastern District of Washington and surrounding states,' it read. 'Amongst other outdoorsman activities, Decker frequently engaged in hiking, camping, survival skill practice, hunting and even lived off the grid in the backwoods for approximately 2.5 months on one occasion.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Icicle Creek area near Leavenworth back open as search for Travis Decker continues
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Forest Service reopened the Icicle Creek area near Leavenworth on Sunday, according to a post from the sheriff's office. The area had previously been closed to the public as it was the last known location of Travis Decker, the man accused of kidnapping and killing his three daughters. The U.S. Forest Service also announced that overnight permits for the Enchantment area will resume on Monday, June 9th. Officials have determined that there is no remaining credible threat in the area as the search for Decker stretches into day 9. "Authorities are still searching for the suspect, and we encourage visitors to the forest to remain alert. Please do not attempt to approach or make contact with the suspect. If you see, or believe you have seen, him please call 911 immediately," the U.S. Forest Service - Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest wrote in a Facebook post. Additional tips can be submitted to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office tip line at 509-667-6845 or online at
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Travis Decker search shifts focus as officials lift roadblocks in Chelan County
Law enforcement officials in Chelan County are continuing the search for triple homicide suspect Travis Decker, with hundreds of officers involved in extensive searches of nearby forests, waterways, and buildings, according to authorities. The Chelan County Sheriff's Office said investigators have searched dozens of structures and large swaths of forest in the area where Decker was last known to be. Teams have also searched the river and used information from search warrants, public tips, and surveillance video to guide their efforts. As the search progresses, officials announced they are removing roadblocks and reopening Icicle River Road, saying there is no longer a credible threat in that specific area. The U.S. Forest Service has also been notified that recreation areas may be reopened. Authorities urged anyone returning to the outdoors in Chelan County to stay alert. 'We ask the public remain vigilant as they venture back out to the recreation areas,' the sheriff's office said in a statement. Residents are being asked to check home security systems and doorbell cameras for any signs of Decker. If anyone comes across something unusual while hiking or exploring the woods—especially if they believe it may help the investigation—they're encouraged to mark the location using a phone or GPS and report the time and place to authorities. Anyone who sees Decker is urged not to approach him and to call 911 immediately. Additional tips can be submitted to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office tip line at 509-667-6845 or online at
