Authorities are searching for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie, who was reportedly taken from her home in Tucson, Arizona, over the weekend. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos indicated that the urgency to find her is centered around her health condition, stressing that she could face severe consequences without her medication. Nancy was last seen on Saturday night at her residence and was reported missing the following Sunday after family members were informed by a church that she had not attended services.
The investigation suggests that there were signs of forced entry at Nancy's home, and personal belongings such as her cellphone, wallet, and car were left behind. Law enforcement officials have collected evidence indicating a possible nighttime kidnapping, though the exact motive remains unclear as investigators do not suspect it was related to a robbery or ransom plot. Authorities continue to examine CCTV footage from the neighborhood and analyze data from cellphone towers for leads.
Despite calls for information from the public, no suspects or persons of interest have been identified. Reports indicate that local media received purported ransom notes, which have been submitted to investigators, but details are scarce as officials withhold further information. Sheriff Nanos has expressed hope that Nancy Guthrie is still alive and reiterated the seriousness of the case, treating it as a crime scene rather than a missing person's search.
Savannah Guthrie remains in Arizona to support the ongoing efforts to locate her mother. In a heartfelt plea on social media, she urged supporters to pray for Nancy's safe return, reflecting on the close bond they share and the strength her mother provided during tough times, including after the death of Savannah's father.
As the community watches closely, the investigation continues with the hope of finding Nancy and resolving the distressing circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
The investigation suggests that there were signs of forced entry at Nancy's home, and personal belongings such as her cellphone, wallet, and car were left behind. Law enforcement officials have collected evidence indicating a possible nighttime kidnapping, though the exact motive remains unclear as investigators do not suspect it was related to a robbery or ransom plot. Authorities continue to examine CCTV footage from the neighborhood and analyze data from cellphone towers for leads.
Despite calls for information from the public, no suspects or persons of interest have been identified. Reports indicate that local media received purported ransom notes, which have been submitted to investigators, but details are scarce as officials withhold further information. Sheriff Nanos has expressed hope that Nancy Guthrie is still alive and reiterated the seriousness of the case, treating it as a crime scene rather than a missing person's search.
Savannah Guthrie remains in Arizona to support the ongoing efforts to locate her mother. In a heartfelt plea on social media, she urged supporters to pray for Nancy's safe return, reflecting on the close bond they share and the strength her mother provided during tough times, including after the death of Savannah's father.
As the community watches closely, the investigation continues with the hope of finding Nancy and resolving the distressing circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
