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Gabby Petito's Father Urges Accurate Reporting in Guthrie Search

2/13/2026

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Joseph Petito, father of Gabby Petito, expressed empathy for Nancy Guthrie's family and noted misinformation in the search for the missing 84-year-old.
He shared his own experience with false leads during his daughter's case and urged accurate reporting.
As the Guthrie search continues into its 12th day, Petito advised Savannah Guthrey and her family to communicate openly and resist outside pressures.

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Story summary

Joseph Petito, father of Gabby Petito, expressed empathy for Nancy Guthrie's family and noted misinformation in the search for the missing 84-year-old.
He shared his own experience with false leads during his daughter's case and urged accurate reporting.
As the Guthrie search continues into its 12th day, Petito advised Savannah Guthrey and her family to communicate openly and resist outside pressures.