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DNA on glove links suspect to anchor's mom abduction
16 Feb
Summary
- DNA from a discarded glove matches the suspect in the abduction.
- The 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie was abducted January 31.
- Blood traces from the victim were confirmed on her front porch.
A critical piece of evidence has emerged in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of news anchor Savannah Guthrie. Investigators found a DNA sample on a discarded glove near Ms. Guthrie's home, which preliminary findings confirm belongs to the suspect.
Ms. Guthrie was last seen on January 31 after being dropped off at her home near Tucson. Relatives reported her missing the following day. Investigators had collected numerous gloves, but this specific one contained a DNA profile that appears to match gloves worn by a man seen attempting to disable a door camera shortly before the abduction.
Authorities previously confirmed blood traces found on Ms. Guthrie's front porch belonged to the missing woman. The suspect, described as wearing a ski mask, gun, and backpack, is considered by Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos to be the primary suspect. The family has expressed willingness to meet ransom demands while pleading for Ms. Guthrie's safe return.
No proof of life has surfaced since the abduction, though no proof of death has been presented either. The FBI is processing the DNA results through a national database. The case has garnered significant media attention and public sympathy.
