Authorities narrow the manhunt for father suspected of killing three young daughters near Leavenworth

Bellingham, WALocal News

Authorities intensified the search for Travis Decker, 32, suspected of killing his three daughters, ages 5, 8, and 9, near Leavenworth, Washington. The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office alerted residents in the Ingalls Creek area to remain vigilant and report any sightings. A large police presence continues in the area as officers search for Decker, who is believed to have fled after the tragic discovery of his daughters' bodies at a campground. Evidence, including blood samples identified as human and non-human, was found in Decker's truck. Court documents indicate that Decker searched the internet for information on relocating to Canada leading up to the manhunt.

Federal authorities have taken over the investigation, emphasizing the urgency of locating him. Decker's military background, which includes extensive survival training, complicates the search efforts. The community remains on high alert as the manhunt continues.

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