Savannah Guthrie is asking the public to come forward with information six months after her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared from her Arizona home. The 84-year-old was last seen near Tucson on Jan. 31, and investigators have released two ransom notes linked to the case. Guthrie said her family remains focused on finding answers and urged anyone with relevant information to contact authorities, including anonymously.
The appeal came on Aug. 1, exactly six months after Nancy Guthrie was reported missing. It followed the release of notes that allegedly demanded $4 million in Bitcoin and threatened Nancy’s life. Authorities said the documents contain details about the crime scene that may not have been publicly known when they were sent.
| 1) | Family renews its appeal for information |
| 2) | Timeline of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance |
| 3) | What the ransom notes allegedly say |
| 4) | Why investigators are seeking public help |
| 5) | The family’s continuing search for answers |
Family renews its appeal for information
Savannah Guthrie, a co-host of NBC’s “TODAY,” posted the appeal on social media on the six-month anniversary of her mother’s disappearance. She described the family’s grief and said relatives continue to search for information about what happened. Guthrie specifically appealed to people who might recognize the writing in the ransom notes or have noticed unusual behavior connected to someone they know.
“Someone knows something. Someone suspects something. Someone recognizes the writing in the ransom demand notes.”
Guthrie said information could be provided anonymously and referred to an available reward. She also asked the public for prayers and kindness, while warning against treating the case as entertainment or seeking profit from the family’s suffering.
Timeline of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance
Nancy Guthrie was last seen outside her home in the Catalina Hills area near Tucson, Arizona, on Jan. 31. A doorbell camera recorded a masked person disconnecting the home’s cameras at approximately 1:47 a.m. on Feb. 1.
According to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, Nancy’s pacemaker lost its Bluetooth connection to her cellphone at 2:28 a.m. The timing of the camera disconnection and the device connection loss forms part of the known chronology investigators are examining.
What the ransom notes allegedly say
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department released two notes on July 31, saying officials hoped the documents’ distinctive linguistic style would be recognized. Authorities said the notes were sent on Feb. 2 and Feb. 6 and demanded $4 million in Bitcoin.
The documents allegedly threatened to kill Nancy Guthrie. One note referred to her as having “perished” and being “buried with nature,” according to information released about the case. Investigators also said the notes mentioned the location of Nancy’s Apple Watch and a smashed backyard floodlight, details that may have been known to the writer before they became public.
Why investigators are seeking public help
Authorities are asking people to examine whether they recognize the notes, their wording or any related behavior. The appeal is based in part on the possibility that someone connected to the author may have observed something unusual or may possess information about the disappearance.
The sheriff’s department has not publicly resolved the authenticity or origin of the notes. The release is intended to generate leads while investigators continue assessing the documents and the wider circumstances surrounding Nancy’s disappearance.
The family’s continuing search for answers
In her message, Savannah Guthrie said the family wants to learn what happened so it can give Nancy the dignity of a proper farewell. She described relatives as grieving while continuing to hope for information and a resolution.
“We will never stop looking for answers , and we will never stop looking for the light.”
Guthrie ended the appeal by asking anyone with knowledge of the case to act. The family says it remains committed to the search despite the passage of six months.
| 1 | Nancy Guthrie was last seen near Tucson on Jan. 31. |
| 2 | A masked person was recorded disconnecting cameras at about 1:47 a.m. on Feb. 1. |
| 3 | Two ransom notes allegedly demanded $4 million in Bitcoin. |
| 4 | Investigators said the notes included details about the crime scene. |
| 5 | The family is urging anyone with information to come forward, including anonymously. |
Summary
Six months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared, her daughter Savannah Guthrie is seeking public assistance. The release of two alleged ransom notes has given investigators another avenue for identifying the person who wrote them or learning more about the case. Authorities and the family continue to ask anyone with relevant information to report it.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Nancy Guthrie disappear?
She was last seen outside her home in the Catalina Hills area near Tucson, Arizona, on Jan. 31.
What did the ransom notes allegedly demand?
The notes allegedly demanded $4 million in Bitcoin and threatened Nancy Guthrie’s life.
Why were the notes released?
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department released them to help the public recognize their distinctive language or identify information connected to the case.
Can people provide information anonymously?
Yes. Savannah Guthrie said people with information could come forward anonymously and noted that a reward is available.
