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Man Admits Faking Ransom Note in Guthrie Case
3 Jul
Summary
- Man admits sending fake ransom note to Guthrie family.
- He harassed family by asking about bitcoin transfer.
- He faces two years in prison and $250,000 fine.
Derrick Callella, a 42-year-old California man, has pleaded guilty to harassment charges related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. As part of his plea agreement on July 2nd, Callella admitted to contacting Guthrie's family via phone and text messages on February 4th. These communications sought information about a bitcoin transfer.
Callella acknowledged that his actions were intended to harass the family by inquiring about the ongoing investigation into the missing person. He is facing a maximum of two years in prison and a $250,000 fine. His sentencing is scheduled for September 10th. Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today anchor Savannah Guthrie, was last seen on January 31st and was believed to have been taken against her will.
