Nancy Guthrie Disappearance: Two Months Without Answers

April 1st marks 60 days since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, vanished from her home in southern Arizona. Nancy was last seen on February 1st, and authorities believe she was taken against her will.

Investigation Updates and New Leads

The Pima County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate the disappearance. A body found in a Scottsdale canal has been ruled out as being connected to the case. Investigators now believe something may have occurred weeks before Nancy Guthrie was reported missing from her Catalina Foothills home.

Family Plea and Reward

The Guthrie family released a statement on March 21st, urging the public to come forward with any information, stating, “No detail is too small. It may be the key.” They are requesting any relevant footage, texts, or observations. The family is offering a $1 million reward for information leading to Nancy’s safe return. Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI.

Savannah Guthrie's Return to 'Today'

Savannah Guthrie is scheduled to return to the “Today” show on April 6th, according to NBC. She previously expressed the difficulty of returning while her mother remains missing, but stated, “I can’t not come back, because it’s my family. I think it’s part of my purpose right now.”

Emotional Impact and Initial Response

During an interview with Hoda Kotb, Savannah described the initial shock and “chaos and disbelief” following her sister’s call reporting Nancy missing. She recounted the confusion surrounding the open back doors and initial assumption of a medical episode. Savannah has stated her family is in “agony” amid the ongoing search.

Concerns and Public Safety

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has warned that the suspect in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance may pose a continued threat to the public. The Sheriff’s Department has also cautioned the public about fundraising scams related to the case, confirming there are no official fundraising efforts associated with the investigation.

Evidence and Forensic Analysis

The FBI has recovered photos from cameras on Nancy’s property, but they have not revealed any suspicious activity. DNA found on a glove near Nancy’s home was traced to a restaurant employee, but he has been ruled out as a suspect. Other gloves found are undergoing testing at a private lab. Cadaver dogs are no longer actively being used in the search, but remain available if needed.

Ongoing Investigation and Public Assistance

Law enforcement has conducted door-to-door inquiries in Nancy’s neighborhood and is requesting footage from within a 2-mile radius of her home between January 1st and February 2nd. A damaged utility box near her home has also been noted. Reports of a ransom demand involving cryptocurrency have been forwarded to the FBI.