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Family Pleads as Nancy Guthrie Ransom Deadline Looms
6 Feb
Summary
- An alleged ransom note demands millions in cryptocurrency for Nancy Guthrie's release.
- A secondary deadline for payment is described as 'far more consequential'.
- Authorities are investigating, but no suspects have been identified yet.
New details have emerged regarding the alleged ransom note for Nancy Guthrie, mother of television host Savannah Guthrie, who was abducted from her Tucson, Arizona home. The note, sent to news outlets, demanded millions in cryptocurrency for Nancy's release, stating she was 'safe but scared' but providing no direct contact for the family.
A secondary payment deadline is described as 'far more consequential,' intensifying concerns for the 84-year-old's well-being. Authorities, including the Pima County Sheriff's Department and the FBI, have not identified any suspects and are actively seeking proof of life. Investigators are analyzing digital footprints and physical evidence, including blood droplets found near Nancy's home.
Nancy was taken from her residence early on Sunday, February 2nd, 2026, hours after a family dinner. Her pacemaker app's connection to her phone was lost shortly before she was reported missing. The alleged ransom note is noted for its structured and detailed nature, suggesting it was not hastily composed. The family has publicly pleaded for communication and proof of life, emphasizing their readiness to engage with captors.
