Authorities in Washington state have found human remains they believe are those of Travis Decker, the fugitive father accused of killing his three young daughters earlier this year. The remains were discovered in a remote wooded area south of Leavenworth, and DNA testing is underway to confirm if they belong to Decker. This development comes as Decker has been on the run since May, after the deaths of his daughters, aged 5 to 9, were discovered in the Cascade Mountains.
- Human remains likely identified as Travis Decker
- Remains found in remote wooded area near Leavenworth
- Decker accused of killing three daughters in May
- Daughters' bodies discovered at Cascade Mountains campsite
- DNA testing pending confirmation of remains' identity
- Search involved drones, cadaver dogs, and clothing evidence
Decker, a 32-year-old former Army soldier, is the sole suspect in the deaths of his daughters, who were found bound and suffocated in May. Authorities have linked the remains to Decker based on nearby items matching his last known appearance. The discovery was made on Grindstone Mountain, close to where the girls’ bodies were found, and DNA analysis will confirm his identity. Decker has been missing since May 30, after his daughters’ mother reported him not returning the children as scheduled. The case has garnered national attention, with a $20,000 reward offered for information leading to his arrest.
- Authorities found remains on Grindstone Mountain, near where the girls’ bodies were discovered.
- Items near the remains, including clothing, match Decker’s last known appearance.
- DNA testing is ongoing to confirm if the remains are Decker’s.
- Decker was last seen in June after authorities released photos of his altered appearance.
This finding could conclude the search for Decker, but official confirmation is pending. The case highlights ongoing concerns about missing persons and violent crimes in the region.
