Search Intensifies for Savannah Guthrie’s Missing Mother

Tucson, Arizona — The disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC’s “Today” show co-host Savannah Guthrie, continues to baffle investigators as authorities treat the case as a possible abduction or kidnapping. Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home in the affluent Catalina Foothills area north of Tucson on the evening of January 31, 2026, around 9:30–9:45 p.m. local time. She was reported missing the following day, February 1, around noon after family members grew concerned when she failed to attend church services.

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has designated her residence a crime scene, with officials stating they believe she was taken against her will — possibly abducted from her bed during the night. Investigators have uncovered signs of forced entry, processed the home for physical evidence including fingerprints and DNA, and confirmed that DNA evidence was collected at the property. A small amount of blood was reportedly found inside the home, with some sources noting dried blood drops near the front door or doormat outside, though authorities have not publicly confirmed all details or whose blood it may be.

Adding to the intrigue, multiple media outlets — including local Tucson stations like KOLD and national outlets such as TMZ and others — received what appear to be alleged ransom notes referencing Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance. The notes reportedly include demands for a specific sum of money (in some accounts, millions in cryptocurrency like Bitcoin), a deadline, and details that could only be known to someone involved. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed the department is “aware” of the circulating reports and is investigating the notes seriously, with the FBI involved in reviewing at least one. Officials have not authenticated the notes or confirmed their legitimacy, urging the public to share any tips while emphasizing they are taking all leads seriously.

Nancy Guthrie lived alone in a ranch-style desert home and is described as being of sound mind but with physical limitations that prevent her from walking far or traveling without essentials — her cellphone, wallet, car, and critical medication were all left behind, heightening concerns for her well-being. Sheriff Nanos has repeatedly stressed the urgency of finding her, warning that she could die without her daily medication and pleading for whoever has her to release her unharmed.

Ongoing Search and Family Response

Large-scale searches involving drones, helicopters, airplanes, search-and-rescue dogs, and volunteers were conducted in the days following her disappearance but were called off by February 3 without locating her. No suspect has been publicly identified, and investigators have not ruled out whether the abduction was random or targeted.

Savannah Guthrie has publicly appealed for prayers and information, sharing emotional statements asking for her mother’s safe return. She has withdrawn from NBC’s coverage of the Winter Olympics to focus on the situation. Family members, including her siblings, have been actively involved since the initial report.

The case has drawn widespread national attention due to Savannah Guthrie’s prominence, with outlets like NBC’s Today, CBS News, AP, PBS, and others providing ongoing coverage. Authorities continue to encourage tips via the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900 or through designated channels.

This is a developing and highly sensitive story. ClickUSAnews.com will provide updates as new details emerge from official sources or law enforcement briefings.

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