Deputies from the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office have shared doorbell camera footage and photos of Travis Decker, a 32-year-old man, leading up to his interaction with his three daughters. This footage is reportedly from the time just before his last known appearance.
Authorities mention that Decker has claimed to be quite knowledgeable in wilderness survival, suggesting he could handle being alone in the wild for extended periods.
Investigators are collaborating with county and state officials to track down Decker’s associates and potential next moves. They emphasized a comprehensive approach to the investigation into the tragic deaths of the three young girls, mentioning that morale remains high among the team as they continue the search. More teams are actively looking in various locations, given that Decker was familiar with the area.
While the challenge of locating Decker is acknowledged, police assure the public that they are well-prepared to apprehend him. Meanwhile, the former US Pacific Northwest Violent Criminal Task Force is also involved in the search, offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to his capture. Authorities insist that, although Decker is not currently believed to be armed, he should still be considered dangerous.
The three daughters, aged 5, 8, and 9, were last seen on Friday, May 30, and their bodies were discovered near Decker’s abandoned truck on Monday. Concerns arose when their mother informed police that Decker hadn’t returned the children by the expected time and that his phone was not reachable.
According to court documents, the police suspect the girls, whose wrists were found zipped, may have died by choking. They encourage anyone with information to reach out via the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office tip line.
In light of these events, a sense of urgency and concern lingers, as the community grapples with the gravity of the situation.
