The search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, has taken a heartbreaking turn, as police have released devastating audio amid their ongoing investigation.

The 84-year-old disappeared from her home in Tucson, Arizona, on January 31, 2026, and has not been seen since.

Police are working tirelessly to uncover the truth behind her sudden disappearance, which has left her loved ones deeply concerned.

Nancy Guthrie (left) and Savannah Guthrie (right). Credit: Don Arnold / Getty

Nancy was last seen around 9:30 PM on January 31, when family members dropped her off at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue in the Catalina Foothills.

The following morning, her family became worried after she failed to attend church, prompting them to contact authorities.

On February 4, the Pima County Sheriff’s Office shared distressing audio from the police dispatch.

The audio included a description of Nancy Guthrie: "Nancy, a white female, 84 years of age, 5'2", medium build, brown over blue. Missing after 2200 hours as of yesterday," per PEOPLE.

Ransom Note and Evidence Found at the Scene

The audio comes after TMZ revealed that on February 3, they received a ransom note demanding a substantial amount of Bitcoin for Nancy's release.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that the FBI had reviewed the message and shared it with Savannah, who has since been informed of the contents.

“It's like any piece of evidence,” he stated. “You give it to us, you give us a lead, we’re going to look at every aspect of that lead.”

In addition to the ransom note, law enforcement discovered blood at the scene, though it remains unclear whether it was found inside or outside the home. Tests are underway to determine the nature of the substance.

“We do believe that Nancy was taken from her home against her will. And that's where we’re at," Nanos confirmed.

Given Nancy’s medical needs, including her dependence on daily medication, the urgency of the situation has only increased.

President Trump Offers Support

President Donald Trump commented on the heartbreaking situation during a recent bill-signing ceremony.

"I think it’s a terrible thing," he said when asked about Nancy's disappearance. "I always got along very good with Savannah."

The 79-year-old offered his support to the Guthrie family, stating that he planned to reach out to Savannah personally and revealed that he would consider providing additional federal resources to aid in the investigation.

"Very unusual situation, but we’re going to find out," he added.

Savannah Appeals for Prayers

As authorities continue to search for answers, both local law enforcement and the FBI are working diligently to investigate every lead, including the potential ransom situation and possible foul play.

Amidst the ongoing investigation, Savannah took to Instagram on February 2 to express her heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of support and prayers from the public.

"We believe in prayer. We believe in voices raised in unison, in love, in hope. We believe in goodness. We believe in humanity. Above all, we believe in Him," she penned.

"Thank you for lifting your prayers with ours for our beloved mom, our dearest Nancy, a woman of deep conviction, a good and faithful servant. Raise your prayers with us and believe with us that she will be lifted by them in this very moment."

"We need you," she continued. “He will keep in perfect peace those whose hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” A verse of Isaiah for all time for all of us."

Her post concluded with a poignant plea: "Bring her home."

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Officials are looking into the alleged ransom notes in the disappearance of news anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother.

As previously reported, the 54-year-old co-host of NBC's Today show is searching for her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has gone missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona, on January 31.

Ransom Note Found

On February 3, TMZ reported receiving a ransom note demanding a substantial amount of Bitcoin for Nancy's release.

The note, which specified a multimillion-dollar sum, was also tied to a particular Bitcoin address.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that the FBI had reviewed the message and shared it with Savannah, who has since been informed of the contents.

“It's like any piece of evidence,” he stated, cited by BBC News. “You give it to us, you give us a lead, we’re going to look at every aspect of that lead.”

As the investigation continues, Nanos emphasized that investigators are treating every tip with urgency.

The sheriff's department has not yet confirmed whether the ransom note is authentic.

Nancy Guthrie (left) and Savannah Guthrie (right). Credit: Don Arnold/Getty

Details of Nancy's Disappearance

Nancy was last seen around 9:30PM on January 31 after being dropped off at her home by family members.

The following morning, her family became concerned when she failed to attend church services, prompting them to contact authorities.

Investigators quickly turned their attention to what appeared to be a crime scene at the 84-year-old's home, with initial signs suggesting she did not leave voluntarily.

“We believe now, after we processed that crime scene, that we do, in fact, have a crime scene that we do, in fact, have a crime,” he said, noting that Nancy suffers from mobility issues, making it unlikely that she could have walked away from her home on her own.

Authorities also found blood at the scene, which is currently being tested, though the sheriff has not confirmed whether it was seen inside or outside the home.

The investigation has taken on even more urgency due to Nancy’s medical condition, as she requires medication that could become life-threatening if not taken in time.

“We do believe that Nancy was taken from her home against her will. And that's where we’re at," Nanos added.

Savannah Guthrie’s Emotional Appeal and Absence from Today Show

The news anchor took to Instagram on February 2 to express her thanks for the outpouring of prayers.

"We believe in prayer. we believe in voices raised in unison, in love, in hope. we believe in goodness. we believe in humanity. above all, we believe in Him," she penned.

"Thank you for lifting your prayers with ours for our beloved mom, our dearest Nancy, a woman of deep conviction, a good and faithful servant. raise your prayers with us and believe with us that she will be lifted by them in this very moment."

"We need you," she continued. “He will keep in perfect peace those whose hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” a verse of Isaiah for all time for all of us. Bring her home."

In the midst of the search, she has been absent from her usual duties at the Today show as she stays in Arizona with her family.

NBC has confirmed that she will not be participating in the network's Winter Olympics coverage to focus on supporting her family.

“Savannah will not be joining us at the Olympics as she focuses on being with her family during this difficult time,” the statement said. “Our hearts are with her and the entire Guthrie family as the search continues for their mother. We will share additional information about our Opening Ceremony coverage plans soon.”

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New updates have been shared in the case of Nancy Guthrie, who was abducted from her home in Tucson, Arizona, last week.

As previously reported, the 84-year-old mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, vanished from her $1 million home in Tucson, Arizona, last weekend.

It is believed that Nancy was taken against her will after police discovered a trail of her blood outside the door, and that her doorbell camera had been disconnected at 1:47AM on Sunday, shortly before its believed she was removed from her home.

Several ransom notes have since emerged, including one which authorities are taking seriously.

Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, has been missing since last week. Credit: Instagram

Now, it has been revealed that police are searching a septic tank behind her house, with drone footage showing them opening a manhole cover in the backyard on Sunday.

As reported by the New York Post, three detectives were seen putting a long pole down the manhole, though it has not been revealed what they were looking for.

Police were spotted outside the property at around 11AM, but left empty handed.

Despite receiving a ransom note that they are taking seriously, police have reiterated that they have not identified any suspects or persons of interest.

The ransom note, which was sent to several news outlets, demanded $6million in bitcoin, with a deadline of 5PM local time on Monday.

The letter is said to include details about Nancy's home as well as a threat to her life if the deadline is not met.

Savannah shared a video to the captors on social media, saying: "We received your message, and we understand.

"We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way we will have peace. This is very valuable to us, and we will pay.”

Savannah had earlier shared another video alongside her two siblings - brother Camron and sister Annie - pleading: "We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her. We want to hear from you and we are ready to listen. Please reach out to us.

They also addressed her mother directly, holding onto hope: "Mamma, if you're listening, we need you to come home. We miss you."

Nancy was last seen over a week ago she was dropped off at home by her daughter and son-in-law.

She was reported missing on Sunday, February 1, after she failed to show up at a local church.

While she is mentally sharp and able to drive, she has difficulty walking short distances and requires daily medication for high blood pressure, heart issues, and a pacemaker.

Authorities have confirmed that she needs this medication to maintain her health.

Sheriff Chris Nanos of Pima County stated: "Right now, we believe Nancy is still out there. We want her home." However, he added: “We have no evidence she’s okay,” which has only increased concerns about her well-being.

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The haunting demand in an alleged ransom note for Savannah Guthrie's missing mom has been revealed.

Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of the Today show anchor, was last seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona, around 9:30PM on January 31, when family members dropped her off.

When investigators arrived at her property in Catalina Foothills on Sunday, February 1, they noticed that she was missing. They feared that she had been taken “possibly in the middle of the night, and that includes possible kidnapping or abduction," per NBC News.

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed it is taking “all tips and leads very seriously," including the reported ransom note.

While the authenticity of the note has not yet been confirmed, Mary Coleman, an anchor at KOLD 13 News who received the letter, described it as containing details that suggest it may have come from someone with direct knowledge of the abduction, CNN reported.

Savannah Guthrie asked potential kidnappers of her mom to provide proof of life. Credit: Instagram

Savannah Guthrie Pleads for Proof of Life

On Wednesday (February 4), Savannah and her siblings posted a heartfelt video on social media pleading with the alleged kidnappers.

The news anchor spoke about the note, which allegedly demanded millions of dollars in Bitcoin for Nancy’s return, and called for proof of life.

“We, too, have heard reports about a ransom letter in the media. As a family, we are doing everything that we can. We are ready to talk,” Savannah said in the video posted to Instagram. “However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated.

"We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive and that you have her," she shared.

The visibly emotional news anchor said her mother is 84 years old, and emphasized that "her health, her heart, is fragile".

"She lives in constant pain. She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive, and she needs it not to suffer,” Guthrie added.

Trump Speaks Out

President Donald Trump has weighed in on the heartbreaking situation, revealing that he has been in contact with Nancy's family.

In a post shared on Truth Social late Wednesday, he wrote: "I spoke with Savannah Guthrie, and let her know that I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and Local Law Enforcement’s, complete disposal, IMMEDIATELY.

"We are deploying all resources to get her mother home safely," the president added. "The prayers of our Nation are with her and her family. GOD BLESS AND PROTECT NANCY!"

Credit: Truth Social

Missing Doorbell Camera and Blood Found At Scene

While the ransom note is a significant development, investigators have also uncovered other troubling clues.

A missing doorbell camera at Nancy's home has raised questions, as the camera, which was installed as part of the home’s security system, was absent when police arrived at the scene. This prompted speculation that it may have been removed by the alleged abductor.

This loss is a blow to the investigation, as the camera was not connected to a cloud service, making it harder for authorities to access footage.

Neighboring homes, many of which also have security cameras, have been checked, but so far, only one nearby camera, belonging to a neighbor, captured footage of a javelina, a local animal.

In addition to this, police discovered blood at Nancy's home, though it remains unclear whether it was found inside or outside the home.

Despite these developments, law enforcement has not named any suspects or persons of interest.

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Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, have unveiled the most detailed timeline yet of her suspected abduction.

The timeline, presented by Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos at a press conference Thursday (February 5), centers around a mysterious moment of activity logged at 2:12AM on Sunday (February 1), hours after the 84-year-old was last seen.

According to The Sun, Nancy had dinner with family on Saturday (January 31) evening and was dropped off at her Tucson, Arizona, home around 9:48PM, with her garage door closing just minutes later. It’s believed she went to bed soon afterward.

Then, at 1:47AM, her doorbell camera disconnected. Roughly 25 minutes later, at 2:12AM, movement was detected by camera software.

Although no video was saved, cops believe this moment may be key to understanding what happened to the beloved grandmother.

TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, was taken from her home against her will. Credit: Instagram

By 2:28AM, Nancy’s pacemaker disconnected from her phone app, another haunting sign that something was very wrong. “We believe Nancy is still out there,” Nanos said during the Thursday briefing.

Investigators discovered a small trail of blood leading from Nancy’s driveway to her doorstep.

Sheriff Nanos confirmed the blood was hers, and disclosed that there were signs of forced entry despite earlier uncertainty. A front-facing security camera was also reported missing.

Still, there are no confirmed suspects or persons of interest. “We’re just not there yet,” said Nanos.

Savannah Guthrie asked potential kidnappers of her mom to provide proof of life. Credit: Instagram

FBI Zeroes in on Ransom Notes - But Warns of Impostors

In the wake of the disappearance, law enforcement received multiple ransom demands - including one sent to TMZ demanding millions in Bitcoin, and another to CBS affiliate KOLD containing details “only Guthrie’s abductor would know,” anchor Mary Coleman said.

FBI Special Agent Heith Janke confirmed they are “taking [the notes] seriously,” citing references to an Apple Watch and a floodlight, information not publicly known.

He added that at least one of the notes contained two deadlines, one of which had already passed.

However, Janke also warned of hoaxes as one person has already been arrested for sending a fake ransom demand.

“To those imposters who are trying to take advantage and profit from this situation, we will investigate, and ensure you are held accountable for your actions,” he stated, per NPR.

Family Pleads for Contact

Savannah, joined by her siblings Annie and Camron, released a heart-wrenching video on Wednesday night.

“We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen,” she said. “However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her.”

She stressed her mother’s health is in jeopardy. “She lives in constant pain. She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive. She needs it not to suffer.”

Nancy’s son Camron reiterated the family’s message on Thursday: “We need a way to communicate with you so we can move forward.”

President Donald Trump weighed in on the heartbreaking situation, saying he had spoken with the news anchor and directed federal law enforcement to assist “IMMEDIATELY." Adding: “The prayers of our Nation are with her and her family."

Meanwhile, neighbors and local community members gathered for a prayer vigil at Saint Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church. Candles were lit at the altar in a hopeful gesture for Nancy’s return.

Savannah Guthrie has withdrawn from covering the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony to be with her family.

Federal agents, including K9 units, have returned to the Guthrie residence to comb through areas previously searched, following new leads.

As the investigation continues, police are reviewing neighborhood security footage and analyzing fingerprints, DNA, and other digital evidence.

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