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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Travis Decker spotted? Drones, K9 teams comb Pacific Crest Trail near Snoqualmie Pass
The King County Sheriff's Office received a report about a possible sighting of Travis Decker, a triple-murder suspect, on the Pacific Crest Trail near Snoqualmie Pass Friday evening, August 1, KOMO News reported. Decker is accused of killing his three minor daughters – Paityn Decker, 9; Evelyn Decker, 8; and Olivia Decker, 5. The three children were found murdered in Washington after being last seen leaving to be with Decker on a "planned visitation.' Travis Decker spotted? Drones, K9 teams comb Pacific Crest Trail near Snoqualmie Pass (Wenatchee Police Department) Travis Decker spotted? Several agencies were seen searching for Decker following the possible sighting. Drones, K9 teams, and the KCSO's Guardian One helicopter also combed the mountains in the area. Read More | Travis Decker manhunt: Authorities share important update on search for murder suspect, 'As bear hunting season opens…' 'On 8-1-25 at about 1800 hours, the King County Sheriff's Office received a tip from a community member who believes they saw Travis Decker near the Snoqualmie pass and Pacific Crest Trail," wrote the KCSO in response to a KOMO News inquiry. "As locating Decker is a priority, KCSO dispatched multiple patrol units along with TAC-30, K-9 Units, and Guardian 1 to aid in the search. Neighboring Law Enforcement agencies were notified as well. This is still an active scene, and information will be provided when available.' Read More | Is Travis Decker alive? Authorities issue major update as manhunt enters 4th week, 'No certain evidence that…' The Chelan County Sheriff's Office said about a week back that a decrease in tips and leads regarding Decker's location has led to a "reduced footprint from CCSO and other LE Agencies in the search." The CCSO added that detectives were still assessing evidence and also searching for new investigative leads.' Law enforcement personnel, along with search and rescue organizations, have conducted an exhaustive search for Mr. Decker in the wilderness area surrounding the initial crime scene," wrote the CCSO. "Information and leads received have been followed up on in several different areas, with the focus remaining on the Blewett Pass and Enhancements area between Chelan and Kittitas Counties.' Decker has been charged with three counts of murder and kidnapping. Federal prosecutors also charged him with unlawful flight to avoid prosecution. Court documents revealed that days before his daughters' murders, he Googled 'how does a person move to Canada,' 'how to relocate to Canada,' and 'jobs Canada." Anyone who spots Decker has been urged to call 911, and advised not to approach or contact him. Those with information have been asked to contact the nearest U.S. Marshals office, the U.S. Marshals Service Communications Center at 1-800-336-0102, or USMS Tips at
Fox News
25-06-2025
- Fox News
Hiker disappears in wilderness after taking ‘shortcut' that leads to voice from the woods
Print Close By Julia Bonavita Published June 25, 2025 A Washington state hiker survived nearly a week in the woods after getting lost during a "shortcut" and falling from a tree. Authorities responded to a 911 caller who reported hearing a voice calling for help from the Suquamish woods around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) said in a Facebook post . When a sheriff's deputy arrived, he heard "a faint, distressful voice coming from the woods saying he had fallen from a tree," the department said. HIKER DISAPPEARS FROM 'EDGE OF THE WORLD' CAMPGROUND ON TRIP WITH FATHER KCSO did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. First responders quickly deployed to the area, with teams from KCSO, Washington Explorer Search and Rescue, Olympic Mountain Rescue, Kitsap Search Dogs and Suquamish Tribal Police Department working to locate the hiker. MANHUNT FOR FATHER ACCUSED OF KILLING 3 DAUGHTERS TAKES GRIM TURN IN WILDERNESS Following a six-hour-long search, the man – who authorities have not identified – was located and subsequently carried out of the woods on a stretcher, police said. The lone hiker told first responders he hitched a ride to the end of a road before he became disoriented and wandered into the woods, the Suquamish Police Department said . HIKER, 33, DIES AFTER HIKING ARIZONA MOUNTAINS IN EXTREME HEAT, 4 OTHERS RESCUED The man also revealed he had been lost for four to five days after trying to take a shortcut through the woods, according to KCSO. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Authorities transported the hiker to a local medical center for evaluation and treatment. An update regarding his condition as of Wednesday was not immediately available. Print Close URL
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Yahoo
Officer-involved shooting ruled within KCSO policies
An incident review board has determined an officer-involved shooting last month in east Bakersfield was within the policies of the Kern County Sheriff's Office, the agency reported Monday. A KCSO news release said the 42-year-old man involved in the shooting, Sadi Geovani Diaz, was armed with a hammer, a machete and a firearm when deputies encountered him shortly after 6:30 a.m. May 9 in the 600 block of Water Street. It said a female victim had been shot by Diaz and had to be sent to a hospital for treatment. Diaz also was taken to a hospital for treatment of his injuries. Diaz was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, burglary, kidnapping, kidnapping with a firearms assault on a peace officer and carrying a loaded firearm without registration, the release said. The incident board made its determination Friday. Anyone with additional information about the case is asked to call KCSO at 661-861-3110 or Kern Secret Witness: 661-322-4040.
Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Where is Travis Decker now? Authorities issue alert in this area with special Father's Day message
A massive manhunt for Travis Decker, a triple-murder suspect, is underway in the United States. Decker, 32, has been accused of killing his three minor daughters – Paityn Decker, 9; Evelyn Decker, 8; and Olivia Decker, 5. The three children were found murdered in Washington after being last seen leaving to be with Decker on a "planned visitation.' The search for Decker is active in Kittitas County, with deputies asking residents and visitors to remain vigilant. On Father's Day, the Kittitas County Sheriff shared a Facebook post urging the public to contact authorities if they know anything about the suspect's whereabouts. 'KCSO deputies and Kittitas County Regional Tactical Response Team members are still active in the border areas of our county nearest the last believed location of suspected murderer Travis Decker,' the post reads. 'We ask everyone, especially in the northern reaches of our county, to be alert for suspicious peo, dad accused of killing his 3 minor girls in Washington?ple or circumstances. If you see Travis Decker, call 911 immediately. If you believe you have intelligence about him or this investigation in our county, call Kittcom at 509-925-8534.' It adds, 'A special thanks to 97 Rock House coffee for their hospitality, including parking, throughout this operation. And to all the men and women in law enforcement who are apart from their families this Father's Day: Thank you for your work to seek justice for the victims in this incident and to keep our community safe.' Officials previously said that Decker, who is homeless,is wanted for three counts of first-degree murder and one count of first-degree kidnapping. Police said he is a former member of the military with "extensive training' and may pose a "significant risk.' Decker was last seen wearing a light shirt and dark shorts. He has been described as 5 feet, 8 inches tall with black hair and brown eyes.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Yahoo
KCSO: 2 pedestrians struck, trapped under vehicle being pursued by deputy
Two pedestrians walking in an Oildale alley were struck and trapped under a vehicle whose driver fled on foot following a slow-speed pursuit Saturday night, according to the Kern County Sheriff's Office. A deputy at about 9:11 p.m. tried to stop the vehicle for an equipment violation and on suspicion that the vehicle was stolen, KCSO reported. But the driver didn't yield and a pursuit began. The driver went south through an alley, went of North Chester Avenue, before turning east, just south of Lincoln Avenue. The driver hit the pedestrians as he turned, KCSO said in a news release. The driver ran away, but was caught by the initiating deputy nearby. More deputies arrived, lifted the vehicle and rescued the two pedestrians, who were taken to Kern Medical with what KCSO said were moderate to serious injuries. Their names were not released. The suspect, whose name was not released, was arrested on suspicion of felony hit and run, resisting an officer and evading, KCSO said.
