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Ongoing Search for Nancy Guthrie: A Timeline of Events and Developments
3/2/2026, 9:08:41 PM
Disappearance and Initial Investigation
Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old mother of three, including NBC "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing from her Tucson, Arizona, home on February 1, 2026. Her family alerted authorities at 12:03 p.m. after she failed to attend a virtual church service. Nancy was last seen the previous evening, January 31, after having dinner with her daughter Annie. Investigators believe she was abducted from her home in the early morning hours of February 1, as indicated by surveillance footage showing a masked, armed man tampering with her doorbell camera.
Key Evidence and Leads
On February 10, the Pima County Sheriff's Office released video footage of the suspect, described as a male approximately 5'9" to 5'10" tall, wearing a black backpack that may have been purchased at Walmart. The identification of this backpack is considered a significant lead. Additionally, DNA collected from Nancy's home has revealed mixed profiles, complicating the identification of potential suspects. A glove found less than two miles from her home also matched those worn by the suspect in the surveillance footage, but DNA tests have not yielded any matches in the FBI's Combined DNA Index System (CODIS).
Family's Response and Public Appeals
In a bid to gather information, the Guthrie family announced a $1 million reward for tips leading to Nancy's recovery, alongside the FBI's existing $100,000 reward. Savannah Guthrie has made multiple public pleas for information, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. "Someone out there knows something that can bring her home," she stated in an emotional video. The family has also pledged a $500,000 donation to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to support other families facing similar crises.
Community Involvement and Search Efforts
As the investigation progressed, volunteer groups, including the United Cajun Navy, expressed their desire to assist in the search for Nancy. However, law enforcement has requested that these groups allow professionals to conduct the search. The Pima County Sheriff's Department has maintained a presence in Nancy's neighborhood, reviewing hundreds of hours of surveillance footage from the area, including new footage showing multiple vehicles passing by around the time of her disappearance.
Current Status of the Investigation
As the search nears the one-month mark, the Pima County Sheriff's Department has begun to refocus its resources, indicating a shift from an extensive search to a more targeted investigation. Despite the reduced number of detectives assigned, officials assure the public that the investigation remains active. Savannah Guthrie has reiterated her hope for her mother's safe return, stating, "We still believe in a miracle."
Conclusion and Call for Information
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance continues, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. The Pima County Sheriff's Department and the FBI remain committed to pursuing all viable leads until Nancy is found or all leads are exhausted. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or the Pima County Sheriff's Department at 520-351-4900.
