A six-day mystery has captivated US public attention over the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of famous TV morning show anchor Savannah Guthrie. Authorities are stumped, and despite receiving ransom notes sent via email to a celebrity news website, they have no suspects.
Guthrie was last seen on January 31st at her home in Tucson, Arizona, after dinner with her daughter and husband. Her Ring doorbell camera disconnected, and her pacemaker app also stopped working. The next day, her family found her missing, and police launched an investigation.
Three ransom notes were received by TMZ and two local outlets, KOLD and KGUN, demanding millions in Bitcoin and featuring details about the crime scene. FBI agent Heith Janke said the agency makes recommendations but ultimately decides on any action taken on ransom demands.
TV anchor Savannah Guthrie has appealed to her mother’s captors, asking for proof of life without AI-generated deepfakes. Experts warn that advances in technology make it difficult to verify the authenticity of such notes.
Former FBI profiler Bryanna Fox says the case is perplexing due to its unconventional nature, including the use of Bitcoin and social media platforms like TMZ and Instagram. She emphasizes that investigators are working tirelessly to find Guthrie alive, regardless of public interest.
The investigation continues with no major updates, leaving many questions unanswered about the disappearance and potential motives behind it.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/07/savannah-guthrie-mom-nancy-disappearance-details