Nancy Guthrie Case: Sheriff Theory Emerges

The investigation into the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie from her Tucson, Arizona home continues into its third week, with authorities pursuing multiple leads. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos recently shared a significant theory, stating his belief that the victim was held "near the home" following her abduction on February 1, 2026. This assessment is based on physical evidence patterns observed at the scene and in surrounding areas.

Nancy Guthrie was last known to have returned home around 9:48 p.m. on January 31, 2026. Her front door camera went offline early the next morning, and her pacemaker signal vanished around 2:00 a.m. Investigators found her phone, wallet, and medications inside the residence, with blood spatters confirming her presence at the property.

Adding to the urgency, a ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin was delivered to a local station on February 11, 2026, followed by a second note and video on February 6. Sheriff Nanos has defended Guthrie's family, emphasizing their cooperation and stating they are also victims. DNA samples from the property and a glove found two miles away are undergoing forensic testing.

Law enforcement has processed over 40,000 public tips, with retailers assisting in tracing a suspect's backpack. The search for Nancy Guthrie, mother to TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, remains active, with law enforcement coordinating with federal partners.