Cause of death revealed for 3 Washington sisters who vanished while visiting homeless dad, found dead in campground

The tragic deaths of three young sisters in Washington have left the community reeling, as new details emerge about the circumstances surrounding their untimely demise. Paityn, 9, Evelyn, 8, and Olivia, 5, were allegedly killed by their homeless father, Travis Decker, who is currently on the run from law enforcement.

According to a preliminary report filed with the Chelan County Superior Court, the cause of death for the Decker sisters is believed to be asphyxiation. Their bodies were discovered near their father’s white 2017 GMC Sierra truck at the Rock Island Campground in Wenatchee, about three hours east of Seattle. The heartbreaking news came after an extensive search and rescue effort that gripped the region.

Travis Decker, a military veteran with a history of homelessness, had picked up the girls from their home on Friday, but failed to return them as scheduled. Concerned for their safety, the girls’ mother, Whitney Decker, contacted the authorities when calls to his phone went unanswered. Despite efforts to locate the father and daughters, the AMBER alerts were tragically canceled when the girls’ bodies were found.

The search for Travis Decker intensified as law enforcement issued warrants for his arrest on multiple charges, including three counts of first-degree murder and first-degree kidnapping. Described as 5-foot-8 tall, weighing 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, Decker is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities have urged the public not to approach him but to contact 911 immediately if they have any information on his whereabouts.

Whitney Decker, who had sole custody of the children, expressed her distress in a heartfelt plea for their safe return. She emphasized her concern for the well-being of her daughters and their father, calling the situation unimaginable. The mother had put together a parenting plan with her ex-husband, outlining visitation rights that Decker had allegedly violated.

Court documents revealed that Decker had been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and was required to seek mental health treatment and anger management counseling. However, he had reportedly not been compliant with the treatment plan, raising concerns about his mental state and stability. The tragic events have left the community in shock and mourning for the young lives lost.

As the search for Travis Decker continues, authorities are working tirelessly to bring him to justice and provide closure for the grieving family. The heartbreaking story serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the devastating impact of domestic violence on families. The community has come together to support the Decker family in their time of need, offering prayers and condolences for the sisters taken too soon.