TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — It's been a week since Nancy Guthrie, mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Arizona home in what authorities are treating as a kidnapping.
Investigators have been exploring evidence, including blood samples found on the porch of Guthrie's home, and are actively searching the neighborhood. Family members reported Nancy missing after not attending a scheduled church service on February 1, following a family gathering the night before.
Nancy, who is 84 years old and has health concerns that require daily medication, is considered vulnerable. Authorities describe the situation as urgent, emphasizing the need for information as they continue to investigate possible ransom notes linked to her disappearance.
The Investigation and Evidence
Officials believe Nancy was forcibly taken from her upscale neighborhood. There have been discussions of ransom demands, but not all notes have been verified. The sheriff's department is hopeful in recovering video from her doorbell camera, which was disconnected during the time of her disappearance.
President Trump has reportedly reached out to offer federal assistance as the case garners significant public and media attention, along with familial appeals for Nancy’s safe return.
Public Response and Ongoing Efforts
The local community has been rallying to support the Guthrie family, with residents cooperating with law enforcement to search homes and check surveillance footage. Meanwhile, Savannah Guthrie has publicly shared emotional messages appealing for her mother's safety and urging the abductor for proof of her mother’s well-being.
