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FBI Declares Guthrie Ransom Notes Fake, $1 M Reward Remains

7/1/2026

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FBI announced that all three ransom-related messages tied to Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance are fabricated.
FBI agents deposited a small cryptocurrency amount into the first note’s address, which remained unmoved, supporting the fraud assessment.
Savannah Guthrie continues to appeal for tips, reminding the public of a $1 million reward while DNA and video evidence remain under forensic analysis.

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Story summary

FBI announced that all three ransom-related messages tied to Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance are fabricated.
FBI agents deposited a small cryptocurrency amount into the first note’s address, which remained unmoved, supporting the fraud assessment.
Savannah Guthrie continues to appeal for tips, reminding the public of a $1 million reward while DNA and video evidence remain under forensic analysis.