Tumwater, Wash. — A family grieving the loss of Dan Presley, who was tragically shot in his home on August 7, 2021, is determined to seek justice in what remains an unsolved case. In an effort to draw attention and gather vital information, they have placed a banner in downtown Olympia alongside offering a $30,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.
Dan, age 51, was discovered by his sister, Kellie Presley, who found him in bed after family members had not heard from him for several days — a silence that struck them as alarmingly out of character. The grim discovery came after Kellie noticed a broken window at his Tumwater residence, igniting a series of painful memories.
“I was just in shock,” Kellie reflected on that day, expressing her horror upon finding her brother. Detectives have established that Dan was shot through his bedroom window, a detail that his brother-in-law, Greg Growe, described as indicative of a personal attack. “It felt intimate,” he said, emphasizing the closeness of the shooting compared to a random act.
Known fondly in the community as the owner of Hollywood’s Towing, Presley had earned a reputation that transcended mere business ownership. His nephew, Trenton Growe, now operates the family business and recalls how Presley was affectionately known by his first name rather than the business’s title. This strong community connection was evident when around 30 tow trucks participated in a somber funeral procession honoring him.
Family members remember Dan not just as a businessman but as an adoring father to his then-6-year-old daughter, Teagan. Kellie describes him as someone who fully embraced fatherhood, cherishing every moment spent with his daughter. “He was a wonderful dad and always put her first,” she said.
In a heartfelt tribute, the family created a poignant banner that reads, “Who killed my Daddy?” featuring a picture of Dan alongside Teagan. This banner now hangs proudly at the towing yard in Olympia, serving both as a memorial and a call to action. While the case remains stagnant, the family has vowed to keep the sign visible until those responsible are brought to justice.
Emily Cook, Dan’s ex-girlfriend and Teagan’s mother, has stated her willingness to cooperate with authorities, expressing hope for resolution in a case that has deeply affected both families. She described Teagan as a “happy” 10-year-old who wishes to remain sheltered from the public scrutiny surrounding her father’s murder.
The detectives in Thurston County continue to monitor leads, with a commitment to pursuing any new evidence that may arise. As of now, the office classifies the case as suspended but remains vigilant in the quest for answers.
Kellie is resolute in her mission for justice, stating, “We will never give up; Danny deserves to be remembered, and we will fight for him until we find the truth.”