Remains Believed to Be Travis Decker Found in Washington
Discovery in Remote Woods
According to CNN, search teams found human remains in rugged terrain near Leavenworth, Washington, alongside a neon green T-shirt that matched what Decker was last seen wearing.
Identification and Forensics
People reports that investigators are conducting DNA analysis to confirm the remains’ identity. The Chelan County sheriff cautioned that due to decomposition, determining a cause of death may be very difficult or impossible.
Background of the Case
Decker had been wanted since June after the deaths of his three daughters — Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia — who were found suffocated at Rock Island Campground. He disappeared into the woods after the incident, sparking a months-long manhunt. (KING 5)
What Comes Next
DNA confirmation is expected in the coming weeks. Authorities will continue searching the area for more evidence while providing updates to Decker’s family. Whether the cause of death can be established remains uncertain.