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Travis Decker, the man wanted in the killing of his three daughters, has a complex military background.

A former Army squadmate describes Decker as quiet, hardworking, and having a desire to prove himself.

The manhunt for Decker in Chelan County, Washington is ongoing.

SEATTLE, Wash. - As new details continue to unfold in the case against Travis Decker , FOX 13 has learned more about the man at the center of the tragic killings of his three daughters— Paityn, Olivia, and Evelyn .

A former Army squadmate of Decker’s shared insight into Decker’s military past and recent behavior—on the condition of anonymity.

The backstory:

The two served together in 2017 as part of the 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, while stationed in Italy. The source

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