Who is Savannah Guthrie's mother and when did she go missing?

Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing from her Tucson, Arizona home on January 31st, having last been seen that day.

What is the FBI's involvement in the kidnapping case?

The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information and is handling all aspects related to any ransom notes or communications involving the Guthrie family.

Has the ransom deadline for Nancy Guthrie passed?

Yes, a reported ransom deadline passed on Monday, February 10th, 2026, and authorities are not aware of any continued communication with the suspected kidnappers.

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Anchor's Mom Kidnapped: Desperate Plea Before Deadline

10 Feb

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Summary

News anchor pleaded for help before her mother's ransom deadline passed.
Mother went missing from home, FBI offers $50,000 reward.
Ransom deadline has passed, no contact reported between family and kidnappers.

Anchor's Mom Kidnapped: Desperate Plea Before Deadline

Hours before a reported ransom deadline, news anchor Savannah Guthrie issued a fresh plea for assistance. She described the situation as an hour of desperation, requesting public help in finding her mother, Nancy Guthrie.

Nancy Guthrie was reported missing from her Tucson, Arizona home on February 1st, last seen on January 31st. Authorities believe she was taken against her will. The FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to her safe return. A ransom payment, reportedly in Bitcoin, was demanded, with previous deadlines passing on February 5th and again on Monday at 17:00 local time.

The FBI has confirmed they are not aware of any recent communication between the Guthrie family and the suspected kidnappers. Investigators have not yet identified any suspects, persons of interest, or vehicles related to the case. The investigation remains active, with FBI agents deploying to Tucson and operating a 24-hour command post.