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Daily Mail
13 hours ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Haunting new details of 'killer' dad Travis Decker's military past revealed... as residents are told to 'lock their doors and windows'
Police released a haunting new photo of triple murder suspect Travis Decker as they continue their hunt to find the ex-soldier. Decker, 32, is accused of killing his daughters, Paityn, nine, Evelyn, eight, and Olivia Decker, five, after he failed to return them to their mother in Wenatchee following a scheduled three-hour visit. Their bodies were found at a campsite in Leavenworth, 20 miles from their Washington state home, on Monday. Their wrists had been bound with zip ties and each of them had been suffocated with a plastic bag. He vanished into the woods and authorities believe he is still on the loose. The Chelan County Sheriff's Office issued a new warning today, urging locals to 'lock their doors and windows' while Decker remains at large, KIRO reports. Police issued the warning, which includes sheds and outbuildings, to people with cabins in remote areas of Chelan, Kittitas, King, Snohomish and Okanagan Counties. Officials have also recommended locals keep their window blinds open and outside lights on. Decker is considered dangerous, given his extensive military training and propensity for violence. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Global News
2 days ago
- General
- Global News
Manhunt continues for Travis Decker, dad accused of murdering 3 daughters
A manhunt continues for a Washington state father accused of murdering his three young daughters while they were on a visitation. Officials say Travis Decker, 32, could be 'anywhere within the nation,' and their search reflects that. Local authorities are working with the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Marshal's Office in their search for Decker. 'We will not rest until we have located him,' Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison said during a press conference Wednesday. 'He can be anywhere within the nation, so that's why we have our federal partners on scene helping us bring in additional resources.' 'Travis, if you're listening, this is your opportunity to turn yourself in, do the right thing, do what you need to do and take accountability for your actions. We're not going to rest, and we're going to make sure we find you. You will be brought to justice. Those young ladies deserve it,' Morrison said. Story continues below advertisement Authorities announced Tuesday morning that nine-year-old Paityn Decker, eight-year-old Evelyn Decker and five-year-old Olivia Decker were found dead near a campground, a day after Washington State Patrol called off an endangered missing persons alert for the siblings. View image in full screen (L-R) – Paityn, Olivia and Evelyn Decker were discovered dead at a Washington state campground. Handout / Wenatchee Police Department They were last seen on May 30, after leaving their home in Wenatchee for a 'planned visitation' with Decker, who police have said is 'homeless and living in his vehicle or at various hotels/motels or at campgrounds in the area.' Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The following day, Washington State Patrol issued an endangered missing person alert, declared the girls and their father 'at-risk/missing' and shared a photo of their dad's 2017 white GMC Sierra pickup truck. 'The visitation was part of a parenting plan, but he has since gone outside the parameters of it, which is not normal and cause for the alarm,' officials said at the time, adding that the father did not return his daughters on time and could not be contacted. Story continues below advertisement After scouring local motels, law enforcement turned its attention to a local campground near Leavenworth. Decker's truck was discovered in the area, unoccupied. A subsequent search led to the discovery of the girls' bodies. On Wednesday, a preliminary report filed with the Chelan County Superior Court, and viewed by Fox 13 Seattle, said the girls likely died by asphyxiation. The outlet also reports that Decker's vehicle was found 'with two bloody handprints' a short distance from where the girls' bodies were discovered. Personal items, including food, blankets, a car seat and a wallet, were also found, as well as a nearby tent and cooler, suggesting the camp had recently been used. A GoFundMe, founded by family friend Amy Edwards, is raising money for the girls' mother, Whitney. 'We are heartbroken to share that the girls have since passed … the pain of this loss is immeasurable,' Edwards wrote on the fundraising page, which has amassed nearly US$500,000 as of Wednesday afternoon. 'I've known Whitney for years, we're both dance moms and theater friends (and I've) had the privilege of teaching Whitney's girls.' Decker has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder and one count of kidnapping, in addition to custodial interference charges. Story continues below advertisement Travis Decker is wanted by police for the murders of his three daughters. Handout / Wenatchee Police Department Wenatchee police say it's unknown if Decker is armed but he is a military veteran with extensive training. He is described as five feet eight inches tall and 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a light-coloured shirt and dark shorts. Officials say a reward of up to $20,000 is available for information leading directly to his arrest.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
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- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Bodies of three missing sisters found as police swoop on campsite in search of their 'murderer' father Travis Decker
The three missing sisters who vanished after a three-hour visit with their father have been found dead in Washington after days of frantic searching by authorities. Paityn, nine, Evelyn, eight, and Olivia Decker, five, were found dead on Monday after police swarmed around Rock Island Campground, according to the Wenatchee Police Department. Their father, Travis Decker - who they were last seen with and said to have been suffering mentally - is at large and police are looking for him. The father-of-three has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder and first-degree kidnapping. A SWAT team was called to the campground around 5pm yesterday and the area was shutdown between 7pm and 9pm. Decker, 32, a veteran, does not have permanent housing and is known for staying at hotels and campgrounds, police said. His ex-wife, the girls' mother, is particularly worried because he has 'really struggled since he left the military.' 'His mental health can be hard sometimes,' she told KIRO 7. The Wenatchee Police Department offered their 'sincere and deep heartfelt condolences,' to the family, Fox 13 Seattle reported. Suspicions that something had happened to the girls began last night after the Washington State Patrol dropped the amber alert, but no more information was given at the time. Authorities found Decker's truck around 3:45pm near Rock Island Campground off Icicle Road. While searching the area, the girls' bodies were found, but Decker was nowhere to be seen. Shortly after, a SWAT team was deployed to look for the father, who still remains missing. Travis Decker is described as 5'8" and 190 pounds, with black hair worn in a ponytail and brown eyes.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Police Tell Public to Stop Searching for 3 Sisters Who Vanished While Visiting Dad, but It's Unclear Why
Officials canceled the search for the missing young sisters who vanished last week while visiting their father, but it's unclear why at this time The girls had last been on May 30, after leaving their Washington home for a 'planned visitation' with their father Police said their father was 'homeless and living in his vehicle or at various hotels/motels or at campgrounds in the area'Authorities have canceled the endangered missing persons alert for three young sisters who vanished last week while visiting their father — but it wasn't immediately clear what changed in the investigation. Washington State Patrol announced the cancellation on Monday, June 2, for Paityn Decker, 9, Evelyn Decker, 8, and Olivia Decker, 5, who had last been seen on Friday, May 30, after leaving their Washington home for a 'planned visitation' with their father, Wenatchee Police Department previously said in a statement. No further information has been released about the sisters' condition at this time. PEOPLE has reached out to police for further comment. The girls had left with their father, 32-year-old Travis Decker, who authorities have said is 'homeless and living in his vehicle or at various hotels/motels or at campgrounds in the area.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'The visitation was part of a parenting plan, but he has since gone outside the parameters of it, which is not normal and cause for the alarm,' officials said, adding that the father could not be contacted after the girls did not return on time. Police shared photos of the sisters, said they are 'believed to be missing and unable to return home on their own,' and asked for public assistance in locating them. On Saturday, May 31, the day after they went missing, Washington State Patrol issued an endangered missing person alert, declared the girls and their father 'at-risk/missing,' and shared a photo of their dad's 2017 white GMC Sierra pickup truck with the license plate D20165C. The alert had encouraged people to call 911 if they spotted the family. Read the original article on People
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Three sisters vanish during planned visitation with homeless dad
Paityn Decker, 9, Evelyn Decker 8, and their younger sibling Olivia Decker vanished after they met their homeless dad Travis on Friday, May 30, with their mum urging people to alert police if they are seen Three young sisters vanished during a planned visitation with their homeless dad, sparking an urgent police search to find them. Police in Washington state have launched a massive search for Paityn Decker, 9, Evelyn Decker 8, and their younger sibling Olivia Decker after they disappeared during a visit with their dad, Travis Decker, 32. The three children were last seen at about 5:30pm on May 30, according to the Wenatchee Police Department (WPD), who operate in the city about 150 miles east of Seattle. The girls' mum, Whitney Decker has since called on the public to help find her daughters. In a Facebook post shared on May 31, Mrs Decker said: "Last night at 8pm Travis was supposed to drop the girls back off with me and never showed. The cops have him going north out of Wenatchee at 5:41. If you could please all keep an eye out for him, his phone is off and every hotel in Wenatchee and East Wenatchee have been checked." FAMILIES OF THE MISSING Missing people: Facts and Myths Every year, 170,000 people vanish in the UK – that's one person every 90 seconds. Fortunately, most return home within a few days, often without the need for a public appeal. For adults over 18, going missing isn't illegal, but the police will want to ensure their safety. If there are concerns for their welfare, a public appeal might be launched. Importantly, you don't need to wait 24 hours to report someone missing. If their absence is unusual, contact the police immediately. Any child who goes missing will be looked for by police though they are not often given public facing appeals. How the Missing People charity Supports Families Missing People works closely with the police to amplify missing appeals and provide vital support to families. They offer practical help in searches and emotional support to those affected. If you need assistance or want to see your loved one's appeal on the Missed map, call their Helpline on 116 000. It's free, confidential and non-judgemental. They are also there to listen if you are thinking of disappearing or have already left. The Role of Public Appeals Not all missing cases are made public. In situations involving domestic abuse or severe mental health issues, publicity might do more harm than good. That is one reason why you will only see a fraction of missing cases on the Missed map. When sharing appeals, it's crucial to use the official channels from the Missing People website or via the share button on the Missed map. This ensures that once the person is found, all traces of the appeal are removed, respecting their privacy. The Mirror is committed to removing digital footprints of shared appeals, ensuring the missing person's right to be forgotten is upheld. By sharing official appeals, you help protect the privacy and dignity of those who have been found. The WPD said Travis is homeless and that his visitation had been agreed upon by both parents. As a result, an alarm was sent in a bid to find the girls. "The father, Travis Decker, is homeless and living in his vehicle or at various hotels/motels or at campgrounds in the area," a WPD spokesperson said in a June 1 Facebook post. "The visitation was part of a parenting plan, but he has since gone outside the parameters of it which is not normal and cause for the alarm. "The current investigation has not met AMBER Alert criteria, but the situation being monitored closely. However, an Endangered Missing Person Alert (EMPA) has been issues through the Washington State Patrol." Paityn is described as being 4ft 8ins, with brown hair, blue eyes and was last seen wearing a blue shirt, purple shorts and pink Nikes. Her sister Evelyn is described as 4ft 4ins, with blonde hair, brown eyes and it is not known what clothes she was last wearing. Their sibling Olivia is described as 4ft 2ins with blonde hair, brown eyes and was last seen wearing a coral/ pink shirt at the time she disappeared. Their dad is described as 5ft 8ins with black hair, brown eyes and was last seen wearing a light-coloured shirt and dark shots. His pickup truck has plates with the number DC0165C, a wanted posted released by police. Anyone who recognises Decker or his daughters is advised to call 911. The Mirror has contacted the WPD for comment via its Facebook page. According to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons Systems, there are 912 open missing persons cases in Wasington state with 1,005 being listed as resolved. • The Mirror is using its platform to launch Missed – a campaign to shine a light on underrepresented public-facing missing persons in the UK via a live interactive map, in collaboration with Missing People Charity. Because every missing person, no matter their background or circumstances, is someone's loved one. And they are always Missed.
