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Vanished Host's Mom: Blood, Ransom Notes, But Still Missing
18 Feb
Summary
- Authorities continue searching for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, missing since Feb 1.
- Ransom notes demanding Bitcoin were received, but may be from an impostor.
- Surveillance video shows a masked man near the home; DNA found on discarded gloves.
Authorities are still actively searching for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared from her Arizona home on February 1. The investigation has involved extensive neighborhood searches, tens of thousands of tips, and assistance from the FBI. Despite a recent sweep involving a questioned individual and a towed SUV, no arrests have been made.
Ms. Guthrie was last seen early on February 1, with blood confirmed to be hers found at her residence, indicating a crime scene. A ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin was reportedly sent, but authorities caution it could be from an impostor.
A crucial lead emerged from doorbell camera footage showing a masked man approaching Ms. Guthrie's home. Discarded gloves, matching those worn by the individual in the video, were later discovered near her residence and contained unknown male DNA, which is being analyzed.
Despite these leads, investigators have not identified a suspect and do not know if Ms. Guthrie is still alive. Her children, including "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, have publicly pleaded for help and expressed hope for her safe return.
