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Travis Decker, Suspected of Killing Daughters, Confirmed Dead After Manhunt

Travis Decker, Suspected of Killing Daughters, Confirmed Dead After Manhunt

Summary

Federal prosecutors have asked to drop the arrest warrant for Travis Decker, a former soldier suspected of killing his three daughters, because he is now confirmed dead. Authorities believe they found Decker's remains in Washington, although DNA confirmation is pending.

Key Facts

  • Authorities suspect Travis Decker of killing his three young daughters.
  • He was a former soldier.
  • His daughters were found suffocated at a campground in June.
  • A manhunt for Decker lasted three months.
  • U.S. Marshals Service reported that Decker is dead.
  • Prosecutors requested to cancel his arrest warrant.
  • Remains thought to be Decker's were found in central Washington.
  • DNA tests to confirm the identity are still pending.

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