A search effort is actively taking place in Washington for a father and his three young daughters who went missing after a scheduled visit. Authorities reported that Paityn Decker, 9, Evelyn Decker, 8, and Olivia Decker, 5, were last seen Saturday at around 5:30 PM after spending time with their father, Travis Decker, 32.
The Wenatchee Police Department made a statement on Facebook about the situation, detailing how the mother, Whitney Decker, is publicly appealing for assistance in locating them. She mentioned that Travis was supposed to drop off one of the girls at 8 PM but did not do so. Whitney noted on Facebook, “The officers are tracking him north from Wenatchee at 5:41.”
She also expressed concern, saying, “His phone is off and authorities are checking all hotels in the area.” It’s worth noting that the planned visit was arranged amicably by both parents.
However, police indicated that Travis has not been following the established guidelines of their parenting plan, sparking alarm. Officials reported that he lives a transient lifestyle, often in his white 2017 GMC Sierra or at local motels and campsites.
Authorities stated that the girls haven’t returned home and cannot be reached through their father. While their situation does not meet the criteria for an Amber Alert, a missing endangered persons alert has been issued through the Washington State Patrol.
Descriptions of the missing individuals were provided: Travis is approximately 5 feet tall, with dark hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing a bright shirt and dark shorts. His vehicle bears Washington plates with the number DC0165Cs.
Paityn was last seen wearing a blue shirt and purple shorts, while Olivia had on dark shorts with a coral and pink shirt. Evelyn, who has blonde hair and brown eyes, was also reported missing by police.
Authorities are urging anyone who might have seen Travis or the girls to reach out by calling 911.
