Investigators in Arizona stated on Thursday that they believe the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, who is missing, is still unaccounted for. Despite this, no suspects have been identified, according to officials.
Sheriff Chris Nanos of Pima County revealed that DNA tests conducted on blood discovered on Nancy Guthrie’s porch confirmed it belonged to her. It is suspected that the 84-year-old was forcibly taken from her residence in Tucson over the past weekend.
Sheriff Nanos emphasized the urgency of finding Nancy and bringing her back home during a press conference held five days after her disappearance was reported. Although there is no concrete evidence of her current state, authorities remain committed to locating her.
The FBI announced a $50,000 reward for any information that leads to the safe return of Nancy Guthrie or the apprehension and conviction of those responsible for her disappearance.
In a heartfelt video released by Savannah Guthrie and her siblings, they appealed to the presumed kidnapper of their mother, but as of now, there has been no public response.
Savannah Guthrie expressed willingness to engage in dialogue but stressed the importance of verifying her mother’s well-being. She mentioned reports of a ransom letter circulated in the media and urged the alleged captor to establish contact for further communication.
The validity of a ransom note demanding payment by a specific deadline was being taken seriously by the FBI, with no subsequent communication received from any purported captor. The authorities deferred any decisions regarding ransom demands to the family.
Nancy Guthrie was last seen on Saturday evening when she returned home in Tucson after dining with her family. Her disappearance was reported approximately 14 hours later after she failed to attend church, prompting concerns due to her health conditions.
The search for Nancy Guthrie continues in the challenging desert terrain near her residence. Authorities, along with search and rescue teams, are working tirelessly to locate her, aware of the complexities posed by the rugged landscape.
The Guthrie family’s emotional plea for Nancy’s safe return was made following extensive search efforts around her home. Savannah Guthrie, accompanied by her siblings, expressed their love and concern for their mother, emphasizing her strength and the need for her to come back home.
The family’s unwavering hope and determination to reunite with Nancy were evident in their video message, underscoring the deep bond they share with their missing loved one.