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FBI Seeks Leads in 84-Year-Old's Abduction Case

2/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The FBI released details on the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, 84, last seen on January 31 in Tucson, Arizona.
The suspect is a male about 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall who wore a black Ozark Trail Hiker Pack.
New surveillance footage shows a man tampering with a doorbell camera before Guthrie's disappearance.
Investigators have received more than 18,000 tips.
A ransom note demanded one Bitcoin for information.

History

Historical Context

The kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr. on March 1, 1932, from his home in New Jersey marked a pivotal moment in American crime history. The case led to the FBI's involvement and the enactment of the "Lindbergh Law," making kidnapping a federal offense. The investigation received over 1,000 tips, highlighting the public's fear and the evolving nature of crime in the U.S.

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Story summary

The FBI released details on the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, 84, last seen on January 31 in Tucson, Arizona.
The suspect is a male about 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall who wore a black Ozark Trail Hiker Pack.
New surveillance footage shows a man tampering with a doorbell camera before Guthrie's disappearance.
Investigators have received more than 18,000 tips.
A ransom note demanded one Bitcoin for information.

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