Travis Decker's cause of death will 'never be known'

The Brief

DNA analysis confirmed Travis Decker's remains, ending the search in a months-long triple-murder case.

Decker's cause of death is likely to remain unknown due to the condition and limited recovery of his remains.

Authorities hope the confirmation brings closure and healing to the Decker family and Chelan County community.

WENATCHEE, Wash. - While DNA analysis proved that Travis Decker is dead, his cause of death will likely never be identified due to the condition and limited recovery of his remains.

The backstory:

Travis Decker is accused of kidnapping and killing his three daughters — 9-year-old Paityn Decker, 8-year-old Evelyn Decker and 5-year-old Olivia Decker — and dumping their bodies at a campground outside Leavenworth, Washington. Decker remained missing afte