SUMMARY
- FBI has not confirmed any suspects or verified alleged ransom demand authenticity
- Savannah Guthrie urged public assistance, describing the situation as “an hour of desperation”
- Law enforcement maintains active presence at Guthrie family homes to follow new leads
Authorities are preparing to release a surveillance image of a potential subject in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of “TODAY” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, according to senior law enforcement officials.
Nancy Guthrie was reported missing Feb. 1 after being dropped off at her home outside Tucson, Arizona, the previous night.
Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance has drawn national attention as law enforcement continues efforts to locate the 84 year old.
The FBI said it is unaware of any ongoing communication between the family and suspected kidnappers and has not identified a suspect or person of interest.
Guthrie was last seen Jan. 31 outside her Tucson residence. The family first learned she was missing when a friend noticed she did not arrive for a scheduled church visit Feb. 1 and contacted Guthrie’s daughter, Annie Guthrie. Reports of a $6 million bitcoin ransom remain unverified.
“High profile cases like this often involve intense public scrutiny, which can both aid and complicate investigations,” said Jane McManus, senior criminal justice analyst at the University of Arizona.
Pima County Sheriff’s Department spokeswoman Emily Torres noted, “Our teams are coordinating closely with federal authorities to follow up on every lead.”
Savannah Guthrie posted on Instagram, “We are at an hour of desperation, and we need your help.” FBI Special Agent in Charge David LeValley said authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and leads carefully.
Officials plan to release the surveillance photo this afternoon. Law enforcement presence at Guthrie family homes is expected to continue as the investigation progresses.
The ongoing search highlights the challenges of high profile missing person cases, emphasizing coordinated federal and local law enforcement efforts while relying on public cooperation.
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