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Published 08:48 09 Jun 2026 GMT
A potential suspect has been named in the chilling Nancy Guthrie disappearance case.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TV news host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing ever since she was seen on the night of January 31 at her home in Tucson, Arizona, by her daughter Annie and son-in-law.
That was the night that investigators believe the suspected kidnapping took place, as surveillance footage unveiled that a masked person arrived at the property in the early hours of the morning.
Now, Nancy remains missing despite the infamy of the case, as daughter Savannah had been forced to step back from her post on NBC for months to support her family as authorities further investigated her mother's disappearance.
While many have had theories about her whereabouts, investigators have now revealed the identity of another kidnapping suspect, just miles from Nancy's home.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department put out a notice against Coral Michelle Smith, 40, a career criminal who is wanted in a kidnapping case around seven miles from the home in question.
The kidnapping suspect has a long criminal history, having previously been involved in a kidnapping and assault with a deadly weapon case, which took place on May 29 in Tucson, at the intersection of River Road and La Cholla.
Officials have asked residents to “be on the lookout” for the woman, though no additional details about the incident were released.
There currently aren't any connections between Smith and the mother of TODAY show host Savannah Guthrie's mother.
The ex-convict has been accused of assault, kidnapping, robbery, and disorderly conduct in her life, serving four different prison sentences during her time in Pima County, say court records as per the New York Post.
Having first been found guilty of robbery in 2011, she was later caught attempting vehicle theft in 2014, before being found guilty of robbery again in 2019, and then guilty of criminal trespass in 2021.
Smith was also found guilty of attempted vehicle theft in 2022 and guilty of aggravated assault with physical injury in 2023.
Court records detailed that in the 2019 case, the victim was listed as under 15 years old, though these charges were eventually dismissed.
Local outlet 13 News reported that the suspect has used other names in the past, such as Corral Albright, Coral Albright-Smith, and Under The Sea Smith.
According to police, she is 5'6", 136 pounds, and has blonde hair and blue eyes.
She also has several tattoos, including a smiley face and heart on her right ankle, a rose with flames on her right foot, and "love, life, family" inscribed on her left leg.
Speaking to KOLD on Monday (June 1), Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos was asked if he believes the case is cold, to which he said: “No, absolutely not.
“There’s way too much work that is ongoing with some of the physical evidence we have, and we’re not going to give up on it just because it’s been 100 days,
“We continue to work with our labs – whether it’s on the digital end or the biological end, DNA – and we continue to do that.
“We continue to work with the FBI... and several labs across the country to get some resolution on this case.”
He stated that they are "committed" to resolving the mystery and to finding Nancy.
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Published 16:54 13 Mar 2026 GMT
More than a month after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, authorities say they believe they understand why the 84-year-old was targeted in a suspected abduction.
The mother of Today anchor Savannah Guthrie was reported missing from her home in Catalina Foothills, Arizona on Feb. 1, launching a large investigation that is now more than 40 days old.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos shared a new update on Thursday during an interview with NBC Nightly News, saying investigators believe the crime may have been deliberate. At the same time, he warned residents not to assume the case was isolated.
Officials are still working to confirm key details surrounding the disappearance, including possible technical disruptions in the area the night Nancy went missing.
Speaking with NBC News correspondent Liz Kreutz, Nanos said investigators believe they have a strong idea of the motive behind the suspected abduction, though those details are being kept private for now.
“We believe we know why he did this, and we believe that it was targeted, but we're not 100 percent sure of that, so it'd be silly to tell people, 'Yeah, don't worry about it. You're not his target.' Don't think for a moment because it happened to the Guthrie family you're safe. Keep your wits about you.”
The sheriff added that investigators formed early theories about what may have happened, and those views have not changed.
“From day one, we had some strong beliefs about what happened, and those beliefs haven't diminished,” he said.
Authorities are also examining whether an internet outage reported in the neighborhood the night Nancy disappeared could be connected. Investigators are considering the possibility that a Wi Fi jammer or another type of electrical disruption may have been used.
Nanos said, “We have our beliefs, everybody else has theirs.”
The investigation has also drawn attention to Sheriff Nanos himself after reports claimed he withheld physical evidence from the FBI, which is assisting with the case. Nanos denied those allegations in February, calling them “not even close to the truth.”
Another report published Monday by the Arizona Republic raised questions about discrepancies in his résumé related to his time with the El Paso Police Department. According to the report, his service ended in 1982, while the résumé listed 1984.
A representative for the Pima County Sheriff's Department later confirmed there were clerical mistakes.
“The Pima County Sheriff's Department recently identified two clerical errors in Sheriff Chris Nanos' publicly posted resume,” the statement said. “Both date discrepancies were administrative in nature and were not intended to mislead or misrepresent Sheriff Nanos' work history.”
The department clarified that Nanos served with the El Paso Police Department from 1976 to 1982 and that he was promoted to captain in 2007, not 2009. An updated résumé has since been posted to the department’s website.
As investigators continue searching for answers, Savannah Guthrie has spoken publicly about the painful uncertainty facing her family.
In a video shared to Instagram on Feb. 24, the Today anchor said she and her siblings, Annie and Camron, are holding on to hope while also confronting the possibility that their mother may not be found alive.
“We still believe in a miracle, we still believe that she can come home — hope against hope,” Savannah said fighting back tears as she added that her family is “aching” for their missing matriarch. “As my sister says, 'We are blowing on the embers of hope.'”
Savannah has also acknowledged the possibility that her mother “may already be gone” as the search continues.
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Published 13:33 05 May 2026 GMT
It has now been more than three months since the disappearance, and suspected abduction, of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TV news host, Savannah Guthrie.
Nancy was last seen on the night of January 31 at her home in Tucson, Arizona, by her daughter Annie and son-in-law.
Surveillance footage later showed a masked individual arriving at the property during the night.
Since then, the case has drawn international attention, with Savannah stepping away from NBC for two months to support her family.
The investigation is ongoing, with multiple agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, working alongside the Pima County Sheriff's Department.
Marking the three-month milestone, the sheriff’s department reaffirmed its commitment to the case.
In a statement, a spokesperson said: “The Pima County Sheriff's Department remains fully committed to the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.”
They added: “This is an active and ongoing investigation, and we continue to work closely with our partners at the FBI,” noting that forensic efforts are a key focus.
“DNA and video analysis are underway, supported by laboratories across the country.
"Advances in technology are aiding investigative efforts, and tips continue to be received and reviewed.”
Officials also urged the public to keep coming forward with information, stressing that even minor details could be important.
“We appreciate those who have come forward and urge anyone with credible, actionable information to contact investigators.
"Even small details may be significant. Please contact 88-CRIME or the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI.”
Speaking to KVOA, Sheriff Chris Nanos echoed that appeal, saying: “The reward money is still there – it's there for a reason.
"We think somebody out there knows something - we know they do.
"We know someone out there knows what happened. Call us.”
According to reports, hundreds of new tips have been submitted in recent weeks, bringing the total to over 3,000.
Investigators believe Nancy may have been taken in the early hours of February 1, but no suspect has been publicly identified, and the sequence of events remains unclear beyond footage showing a masked intruder.
Concern was first raised when Nancy failed to attend her usual church service the next morning—something she typically joined via livestream.
Friends alerted her family, and Annie went to check on her when she couldn’t get in touch.
Since then, Savannah and her family have continued to appeal for information, sharing messages online with a simple plea: “Bring her home.”
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Published 16:32 04 Feb 2026 GMT
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie, went missing on January 31, 2026, from her home in Catalina Foothills, Arizona. Pima County authorities have confirmed that they believe she was taken from her residence against her will. The disappearance has prompted a public outcry, with the sheriff’s office working diligently to track down any leads that could help locate her.
At a press conference on February 3, 2026, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos addressed concerns regarding the possibility of an ongoing threat to the community. Sheriff Nanos clarified that there is no indication of a wider pattern of crimes targeting the elderly in the area.
He stated, “We don’t believe that’s the case,” further emphasizing that although Nancy was taken from her home, there is no evidence to suggest a broader public risk. Investigators continue to explore all possible leads.
Sheriff Nanos also touched on the current status of the investigation. He explained that investigators are still uncertain about the details surrounding the crime, including how many individuals may have been involved in the kidnapping.
Despite the uncertainty, authorities have confirmed that DNA evidence found at Nancy Guthrie’s home is being examined, though Nanos declined to offer more specifics on the matter.
“Well, we have crime in Tucson all the time, right? Like any city, and so there, when you say a threat to the public, is there somebody out there who’s kidnapping elderly people in the middle of the night every night? We’ve not heard that,” he told reporters.
The search for Nancy began when a friend from her church noticed her absence on February 1, 2026, prompting a family member to check her home. Authorities quickly responded, and the case has since been treated as a potential crime scene.
Nanos has said that while there is no evidence to suggest that Nancy wandered off, her limited physical mobility makes it unlikely she left her home voluntarily.
In an effort to expedite the search, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has announced a reward of up to $2,500 for any information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s whereabouts.
The department has urged the public to come forward with any video or photographic evidence from the area surrounding her home. “All calls remain anonymous,” the department reminded the community, stressing the importance of keeping the investigation moving forward.
Savannah Guthrie and her family remain in Arizona, supporting the investigation and asking for the public’s help. On social media, Savannah shared a heartfelt message, asking her followers to join in praying for her mother’s safe return. “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,” she wrote. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900 or use the app P3TIPS to share tips anonymously.
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Published 21:38 16 Feb 2026 GMT
Police investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie have released a statement addressing rumors that members of her family could be involved in the alleged kidnapping.
It’s day 16 of the search for the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, and now Pima County police have made a rare statement.
Guthrie hasn’t been seen for over two weeks, with very little information revealed about what may have happened to her.
A video showing a masked suspect has been released, the FBI performed a raid, and various bits of DNA - from blood and a glove - have been discovered.
Despite four emails demanding money for information being sent to TMZ by someone claiming to know the identity of the kidnappers, police seem no closer.
Pima County Sheriff’s Department, which is leading the investigation alongside the FBI, had said that it would not release any statement or call a press conference until there was significant information to report.
Now, a statement has emerged discussing the family members of the missing mom.
There had been rumors online that her son-in-law Tommaso Cioni might be a suspect, but this latest statement moves to quash that speculation.
The statement, attributed to Sheriff Chris Nanos, who has found himself under the microscope during this investigation as well, reads: “To be clear, the Guthrie family - to include all siblings and spouses - has been cleared as possible suspects in this case.
“The family has been nothing but cooperative and gracious and are victims in this case.
“To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel.
“The Guthrie family are victims plain and simple… please, I’m begging you the media to honor your profession and report with some sense of compassion and professionalism.”
The case continues.
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Published 10:22 03 Feb 2026 GMT
Savannah Guthrie, co-host of NBC's Today show, continues to search for her mother, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who has gone missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona.
In the midst of this heart-wrenching time, Savannah has turned to her faith and her followers, thanking them for their support and prayers as the investigation unfolds.
Nancy Guthrie was last seen on the evening of January 31, around 9:30PM at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue, per FOX News.
According to the Pima County Sheriff's Department, family members dropped Nancy off at her home earlier that evening, and she was reported missing the following day.
The Sheriff's Office quickly launched a search-and-rescue operation, initially hopeful that Nancy had simply wandered off. However, the situation quickly took a darker turn.
Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed that upon investigating Nancy's home, authorities discovered a potential crime scene, leading them to believe that Nancy did not leave of her own accord.
“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,” Nanos stated.
He emphasized that Nancy could not have walked away from her home due to physical limitations, as she suffers from medical conditions that affect her mobility.
As the search for Nancy continues, Savannah Guthrie has turned to social media to express her gratitude for the outpouring of support and prayers from her followers.
In an emotional Instagram post shared on the evening of February 2, Savannah thanked everyone for standing with her family in their time of need.
“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,” Savannah wrote in the caption of the post, which included a photo that read: “Please pray.”
In her heartfelt message, Savannah described her mother as “a woman of deep conviction, a good and faithful servant,” asking for continued prayers for her safe return.
She urged her followers to “raise your prayers with us and believe with us that she will be lifted by them in this very moment.”
In an attempt to remain strong, Savannah also quoted a Bible verse from Isaiah 26:3: “He will keep in perfect peace those whose hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.”
She ended her post with a simple yet powerful plea: “Bring her home.”
Sheriff Nanos further revealed that Nancy's disappearance was likely not an accident, per PEOPLE.
"She did not leave on her own," he said, confirming suspicions that she may have been abducted.
Investigators now believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will, potentially in the middle of the night. Nanos added that there are indications of harm, though the specifics of any injuries have not yet been disclosed.
As the investigation progresses, authorities have been scouring surveillance footage and reviewing license plate readers, hoping to find critical evidence.
"We know she didn’t just walk out of there," Nanos noted during a press conference.
In a particularly urgent plea, the sheriff highlighted Nancy’s medical needs, explaining that she requires medication that could be life-threatening if not taken within 24 hours.
Despite her physical challenges, Nancy is described as being of "sound mind," which has led investigators to believe that she was forcibly taken from her home.
On February 2, Savannah Guthrie did not appear on the Today show as she remained in Arizona with her family. Her colleagues, Sheinelle Jones and Craig Melvin, addressed the situation on air, sharing their concern for Savannah and her mother.
“We want to get right to what is a deeply personal story for us,” Melvin said. “Nancy Guthrie, Savannah’s beloved mother, has been reported missing in Arizona.”
Sheriff Nanos confirmed that Savannah has been cooperating fully with the investigation and remains in Arizona with her family during this difficult time.
Authorities have also enlisted the help of the FBI as they continue their efforts to locate Nancy.
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