On May 30, 2025, sisters Paityn (9), Evelyn (8), and Olivia (5) Decker were last seen leaving their Wenatchee home for a court\u2011mandated custody visit with their father, Travis Decker.<\/p>\n
Instead of returning them, Travis vanished\u2014triggering concern from their mother, Whitney Decker, and authorities. The girls were reported missing the next day, and a massive search ensued. Tragically,<\/p>\n
on June 2, a hiker discovered Travis\u2019s abandoned 2017 white GMC pickup near Rock Island Campground in Chelan County, Washington. Nearby, the girls\u2019 bodies were found: bound with zip ties and plastic bags over their heads.<\/p>\n
An autopsy confirmed they died from homicidal suffocation.The manner of death has been ruled homicide, and Travis Decker is wanted on three counts of first\u2011degree murder, three counts of kidnapping,<\/p>\n
and custodial interference. A multi-agency manhunt is underway, assisted by the U.S. Marshals Service, FBI, National Guard, and local law enforcement.<\/p>\n
At 5\u202fPM, Travis picked up Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia for a scheduled visitation. He informed Whitney he would return them by 8\u202fPM. When they didn\u2019t return on time, Whitney reported them missing that evening.<\/p>\n
No communication from Travis; his phone went straight to voicemail. Court records noted increasing concerns about his mental health.
\nMay 31 \u2013 Missing Persons Alert<\/p>\n
Investigators noted the family missed a 5K event on May\u202f31.
\nAn Endangered Missing Person Alert was issued, though it did not meet criteria for an Amber Alert .
\nJune 2 \u2013 Discovery at Rock Island<\/p>\n
Police located Travis\u2019s abandoned pickup near Rock Island Campground at around 3\u202fPM. His wallet, cellphone, and personal items were in the truck. Nearby,<\/p>\n
the three girls were found deceased.
\nTheir bodies were bound, and suffocation was confirmed via zip ties and plastic bags over their heads.
\nJune 6\u20139 \u2013 Autopsy Confirmed Homicide<\/p>\n
An autopsy (completed by June 6) officially ruled the cause of death as suffocation and the manner of death as homicide.
\nFollowing Weeks \u2013 Manhunt Intensifies<\/p>\n
Travis, a former Army and National Guard member with wilderness survival skills, remains on the run. Authorities believe he may be armed and dangerous.<\/p>\n
Blood stains from both male and animal sources \u2013 the latter possibly from Travis\u2019s dog \u2013 were found on the truck. The dog was recovered alive and turned over to a humane society.<\/p>\n
DNA testing of male blood on the tailgate has matched Travis Decker.
\nClues & Leads<\/p>\n
Court documents revealed he searched online on May 26 about moving to Canada.<\/p>\n
Experts note lack of cadaver dog alerts suggests he\u2019s still alive, possibly hiding in wilderness or attempting cross-border escape.<\/p>\n
Manhunt involves aerial support, ground teams, cadaver and tracking dogs, and patrols along
\nwilderness trails like the Pacific Crest Trail.<\/p>\n
A $20,000 reward has been offered for information leading to his arrest.
\nWho Was Travis Decker?<\/p>\n
Age & Background: 32\u202fyears old, military veteran, raised in Wisconsin; deployed to Afghanistan in 2014; later joined Washington National Guard .
\nPersonal Struggles:<\/p>\n
Diagnosed with PTSD and borderline personality disorder; struggled with mental health and was living unstably in his truck, motels, and campgrounds.<\/p>\n
Custody Conditions: Courts required anger\u2011management and mental\u2011health counseling as part of visitation rights .<\/p>\n
Reputation: Described by loved ones as an \u201cactive dad\u201d with no prior violence; his ex-wife\u2019s attorney emphasized lack of known red flags.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"