The Search for a Missing Father in the Wilderness

A father is on the run after a tragic event that has left a community in shock. The man, Travis Decker, is suspected of killing his three young daughters. The girls, Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia, were found dead at a campground in Chelan County, Washington. The police believe Decker might be hiding in the wilderness, using his survival skills to evade capture. This isn't the first time Decker has gone off the grid. He has a history of disappearing for extended periods. The police are exploring the possibility that he may have prepared for this by stashing supplies in the wilderness. This would make it much harder to find him. The girls were reported missing by their mother after they did not return from a visit with their father. The bodies were discovered by a deputy near Decker's unoccupied truck. The girls appeared to have been suffocated, with signs of zip ties on their wrists and plastic bags over their heads. Investigators found Decker's vehicle near the scene, with bloody handprints and personal items inside. This discovery has led authorities to believe that Decker had planned the visit to the campground the day before the tragic event. Decker is a military veteran with a background in infantry and parachuting. He also has advanced wilderness survival skills, which could make him more difficult to track down. His mental health had reportedly been deteriorating in the time leading up to the girls' deaths. He had been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder but was not taking medication to manage the condition. Decker had been living in temporary housing and was only allowed day visits with his children. This is why his ex-wife became concerned when he did not return the girls home. The police are continuing their search for Decker, who is considered dangerous and may be armed. They have urged anyone with information to contact them immediately. The community has come together to honor the girls, with a vigil held in their memory. A fundraising campaign has also been launched to support their mother. As of the latest update, the campaign has raised over $840, 000. This outpouring of support shows the impact that this tragedy has had on the community.