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Chilling question emerges about the door camera of Savannah Guthrie’s missing mom
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, has taken a haunting turn as new questions emerge about the missing door camera from her Tucson home.
Nancy, 84, was last seen at her home in the Catalina Foothills around 9:30PM on January 31, when she was dropped off by family members.
However, when investigators arrived at her property on Sunday, February 1, they noticed something unusual - the doorbell camera, which was reportedly installed at her home, was missing.
Many homes in the US are now equipped with doorbells or exterior security cameras, offering high-quality footage of activity outside properties.
Nancy’s home was no exception, but according to the Daily Mail, the camera was nowhere to be found when police arrived.
Investigators are now left to consider a harrowing possibility: was the camera removed by the person who abducted the 84-year-old, or had it simply been taken down for repairs?
Adding to the intrigue, her phone and Apple Watch were found inside her home, but without the door camera, the case has become more difficult as the camera wasn’t connected to a cloud service.
This means investigators must go through a longer process to access any stored footage from a server, requiring a warrant to retrieve the data.
Neighbor's Limited Footage Adds to the Mystery
Local residents have been questioned in connection with the case, but so far, investigators have not confirmed if nearby cameras may have captured any useful footage.
According to AZCentral, one of Nancy’s neighbors, Jeff Lamie, shared that he checked his own doorbell camera, but the only image it captured was of a javelina, an animal native to the area.
Nancy’s neighborhood, known for its large, well-spaced lots, is located on a dark street, which may have allowed her abductor to make a discreet escape.
No Suspects Identified, But Investigation Intensifies
Amid these troubling developments, police have yet to identify any suspects in Nancy's disappearance.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department clarified on Wednesday morning that they have not labeled anyone a person of interest or suspect, despite reports suggesting her brother-in-law, Tommaso Cioni, might be involved.
Cioni, who is married to Savannah’s sister, Annie, was reportedly the last person to see Nancy on the night she vanished, though it remains unclear whether he was present at the dinner where the family gathered.
“We have not identified a suspect or person of interest in this case,” a department spokesperson told TMZ. "Detectives continue to speak with anyone who may have had contact with Mrs. Guthrie. We are also awaiting additional forensic results."
The search for Nancy is further complicated by the discovery of disturbing evidence at the scene, which includes blood found at her home.
It’s unclear whether the blood was found inside or outside, but tests are ongoing. Additionally, a ransom note surfaced, demanding a significant sum in Bitcoin for Nancy’s release. Investigators are currently working to determine if the note is authentic.
“We do believe that Nancy was taken from her home against her will,” Sheriff Chris Nanos said, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Given Nancy's age and medical condition, the investigation has become even more critical.
Savannah's Public Plea for Prayers
As authorities continue their search for her mother, Savannah has turned to social media to express her gratitude for the support and prayers pouring in from around the world.
President Donald Trump also spoke out during a bill-signing ceremony on Tuesday (February 3), calling Nancy’s disappearance a "terrible thing" and stating that he planned to reach out to Savannah personally.
"I always got along very good with Savannah," he said. "Very unusual situation, but we’re going to find out."