Ongoing Search for Nancy Guthrie: New Developments in Ransom Case

The search for Nancy Guthrie continues as new developments emerge, including a recent ransom note and significant leads in the investigation. Her daughter, Savannah Guthrie, has returned to the Today show while appealing for public assistance in locating her mother. The case has taken several twists, including DNA evidence and a substantial reward for information. As the family navigates this challenging time, they remain hopeful for Nancy's safe return. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 7, 2026, 01:33 IST

Latest Updates on Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance

On Monday, TMZ reported that a new ransom note has been received from a familiar sender regarding the case of Nancy Guthrie, coinciding with her daughter Savannah Guthrie's return to the NBC Today show. Nancy was last seen on January 31, after visiting her daughter Annie and son-in-law in Tucson. The following morning, a doorbell camera captured footage of a masked individual, equipped with a backpack, gloves, and a holstered weapon, tampering with the camera. Shortly after, her pacemaker app lost connection with her phone. By midday on February 1, family members reported her missing when she did not show up for church. The next day, Savannah, Annie, and Camron shared videos on social media acknowledging the ransom note and urging the sender to reach out. Authorities later confirmed that blood found on the porch matched Nancy's DNA. A deadline mentioned in the ransom note passed at 5 PM that day. In a video statement, Savannah, along with her siblings, made a heartfelt plea for their mother's return, stating, "This is very valuable to us and we will pay."

On February 9, Savannah expressed in an Instagram video, "We believe our mom is still out there," and requested public help. A second deadline mentioned in the ransom notes also passed without incident. On February 10, the Pima County Sheriff's Department and the FBI released the doorbell footage of the masked individual, which they deemed a crucial lead. Later that day, authorities searched a property in Rio Rico, approximately 60 miles south of Tucson, and questioned a man who was later released without charges. Savannah subsequently posted images of the suspect on Instagram, stating, "We believe she is still alive; bring her home." On February 15, investigators found gloves discarded about two miles from Nancy's residence that resembled those seen in the footage. However, DNA from the gloves did not match any profiles in the national CODIS database, as reported on February 17. By February 24, the family announced a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to Nancy's recovery, while also acknowledging the grim possibility of her death. On March 4, further DNA analysis linked the gloves to a local restaurant employee who was not deemed a suspect, marking a setback in the investigation. Savannah returned to her role on the Today show on April 6, as the search for her mother continues.