Latest Updates on The Search for Nancy Guthrie

The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC's "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, entered its seventh day on Saturday, February 7, 2026, with authorities intensifying efforts amid a possible abduction from her home in the Catalina Foothills area north of Tucson, Arizona.

Nancy Guthrie was last seen on the evening of January 31, 2026, when family members dropped her off at her residence around 9:50 p.m. after dinner and games. She failed to appear at church the following morning, prompting relatives to check on her around noon on February 1 and subsequently report her missing to the Pima County Sheriff's Department.

Investigators believe she was taken against her will in what they describe as a suspected kidnapping. Evidence at the scene includes signs of forced entry, a removed front-door security camera, blood splatters on the porch confirmed by DNA testing to match Guthrie, and motion detected around 2 a.m. on February 1—near the time her pacemaker app disconnected from her phone. Her vehicle was recently towed from the property for further examination, and authorities have reviewed footage from nearby locations, including a Circle K store.

Multiple purported ransom notes have surfaced, sent to media outlets and possibly the family, with at least one prior deadline passing without resolution. A person was arrested in connection with a fake ransom-related claim. As of Friday, February 6, officials confirmed they are actively investigating the authenticity of a new message received by local station KOLD, which reportedly included sensitive details but no new deadline. The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are examining it closely.

No suspects or persons of interest have been publicly identified, though President Trump commented that investigators have "very strong clues" and a suspect could be named soon. The FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to Guthrie's recovery and/or the arrest and conviction of those involved. Sheriff Chris Nanos has expressed belief that she remains alive, citing her vulnerability due to age, mobility issues, a pacemaker, and need for daily heart medication.

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Searches have continued around Guthrie's home and neighborhood, with renewed sweeps on Friday. The family, including Savannah Guthrie, has made public pleas for her safe return and proof of life.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI. The investigation remains active, with federal and local agencies working around the clock. Updates are expected as authorities analyze the latest communications and evidence.

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