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Published 12:04 12 Jun 2026 GMT
A major new search is underway after a tip was received claiming to pinpoint where Nancy Guthrie's grave is.
As previously reported, Nancy Guthrie - mother of Today host Savannah Guthrie - was last seen on the night of January 31 at her home in Tucson, Arizona.
In the early hours of the morning, a masked figure was captured on the 84-year-old's home security cameras approaching her door, before Nancy was allegedly abducted from her home.
Blood believed to belong to Nancy was found on the front steps of the property in the wake of her disappearance.
Despite search efforts, no trace has yet been found of where Nancy was taken, and it is not known if she is still alive.
After her disappearance, Savannah and her family issued an urgent appeal, revealing that their mother requires daily medication.
Several ransom demands were issued after the case went public, however, police struggled to verify if any of the were credible.
As of the time of writing, Nancy remains missing, with no further details on her whereabouts or whether she is alive.
A new search has been launched this week after a group that works to locate missing people in Mexico revealed that they'd received an anonymous tip that Nancy's body was buried around the border in an unmarked grave.
Ramona Guadalupe Ayala Ortiz, head of Buscando Corazones Nogales, told the New York Post that the anonymous tip was received on Wednesday.
Nancy had lived in Tucson, which is over 70 miles north of the border city of Nogales.
The group had carried out an initial investigation of the area the anonymous source had suggested - where they'd previously found 25 unmarked graves - but Ayala Ortiz told El Imparcial that they have not found Nancy.
The group is continuing to search the area for Nancy or the remains of any other missing persons.
Mariposa, the area being searched, is located northwest of Nogales, and the group are venturing further than where they'd previously found the 25 unmarked graves.
Ayala Ortiz told the outlet: "We received an anonymous call telling us that the woman’s [Guthrie’s] remains were in the Mariposa area — in a grave over a stream."
The search was conducted with the help of the Sonora State Commission for the Search of Missing Person, with municipal and state officials providing security forces to protect the safety of the workers and volunteers.
Currently, no arrests have been made and there are no further leads in the disappearance. The Guthrie family continues to hold out hope that the people responsible for their mother's disappearance will face justice, and that Nancy will be found.
Published 09:45 04 Feb 2026 GMT
The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie, took a chilling turn on February 3, 2026, when authorities revealed that blood had been discovered at Nancy’s home in Tucson, Arizona, a source told People.
Investigators are still piecing together what happened to Nancy, who was last seen on January 31, 2026, and was reported missing by her family the following day. The discovery of blood and other concerning evidence has intensified the investigation, though police are still unsure of the exact details of her disappearance.
Nancy Guthrie is believed to have been abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills, north of Tucson, in what authorities are describing as a probable kidnapping. Her family and law enforcement are working together to uncover the truth behind her sudden disappearance, but investigators have yet to identify any suspects or confirm if more than one person was involved.
A source has confirmed that a trail of what appeared to be blood was found leading up to the front steps of Nancy’s home. Additionally, remnants of a Ring camera, which had been removed from the front door, were discovered, raising further questions about the circumstances surrounding Nancy’s abduction.
While the Pima County Sheriff's Office has not commented on whose blood was found at the scene, authorities have classified Nancy’s home as a crime scene due to the disturbing nature of the evidence.
The sheriff's office has emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that Nancy, who suffers from various health conditions and requires daily medication, is at risk if she goes without her treatment for more than 24 hours. Authorities are working quickly to track down any leads, including reviewing surveillance footage and license plate reader data.
As the search continues, Savannah Guthrie has remained by her family’s side in Arizona. She has not appeared on the Today show since February 2, 2026, and shared an emotional plea on Instagram asking her followers to "please pray" for her mother’s safe return.
The community remains on edge as investigators urge anyone with information to contact the Pima County Sheriff's Department.
Authorities are working around the clock to locate Nancy and bring her home safely, though with each passing day, the pressure mounts to uncover the truth. Those with any information are encouraged to reach out to the sheriff’s office at 520-351-4900.
Published 13:36 02 Jun 2026 GMT
A forensic scientist has presented a new theory about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, months on from the mysterious incident.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TV news host Savannah Guthrie, was last seen on the night of January 31 at her home in Tucson, Arizona, by her daughter Annie and son-in-law.
It is believed that this is the night when the suspected abduction took place.
Surveillance footage would show a masked person arriving at the property that night, with the case gaining attention around the world ever since, as Nancy remains missing.
Savannah stepped back from her post on NBC for months to support her family, as the likes of the FBI and the Pima County Sheriff's Department continue to investigate Nancy's disappearance.
Now, an experienced forensic scientist has claimed to have an idea of what happened to Nancy Guthrie.
Speaking to Fox News Digital on Saturday (May 29), Barbara Butcher, an experienced forensic scientist, said it was "flabbergasting" that someone would just take the elderly woman.
She speculated: “Someone in the area… had found out that Mrs Guthrie was the mother of Savannah Guthrie and said, 'Oh, she must be rich.'"
While ransom notes asking for cryptocurrency payments were sent to media outlets after Nancy vanished, Butcher has questioned whether the demands were real.
She explained: “My second thought was that after time, when there was no valid ransom demand or any information forthcoming that it’s probably likely that Mrs. Guthrie died of shock, fright, heart disease, whatever it was, very soon after being taken from her home.”
The former death investigator for New York City’s chief medical examiner further said at CrimeCon in Las Vegas: “And that’s just horrifying to me… and so now this kidnapper had nothing and probably, unfortunately, took her body into the desert and buried her there.”
A criminal defense attorney also shared the alleged kidnapper's notes in an interview with Hello!.
RJ Dreiling, a former prosecutor, suggested that these notes could have been a tactic to “throw off investigators.”
He added: “This is someone intelligent enough to completely hide their tracks, including DNA, fingerprints, and electronic data, but also deranged enough to kidnap this woman out of her home and hold her hostage.”
While it is believed that Nancy was taken from her Catalina Foothills, AZ, home in the early hours of the morning, no arrests have been made.
Back in May, the sheriff’s department released a statement, reiterating its commitment to the missing person case.
A spokesperson stated: “The Pima County Sheriff's Department remains fully committed to the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
“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.”
They asked for those with information to come forward, asking that they contact 88-CRIME or the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI.
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.
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.
Published 10:42 09 Feb 2026 GMT
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.
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.
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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