Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Missing, Ransom Demanded; Authorities Seek Public’s Help
Savannah Guthrie, host of the "Today" show, has publicly pleaded for help in the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who went missing from her home near Tucson, Arizona, on February 1. Authorities released two ransom notes, one suggesting Nancy…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 1, 2026 —
TUCSON, AZ — Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing from her home near Tucson, Arizona, since February 1. Authorities are seeking public assistance in the ongoing investigation into her disappearance and the subsequent demand for ransom.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that two ransom notes have been recovered. One note suggests that Nancy Guthrie may have died shortly after being kidnapped and subsequently buried. A second note made a demand for $4 million in cryptocurrency in exchange for her safe release.
Savannah Guthrie has made a public plea for help in locating her mother. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is appealing to the public for any information, specifically asking if anyone recognizes the writing style present in the ransom notes. Authorities believe this could be a crucial lead in identifying potential suspects.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has also released surveillance footage showing a masked individual interacting with a camera located on Nancy Guthrie’s porch. The footage captures the individual tampering with the device.
As of the latest reports, no suspects have been arrested in connection with the disappearance or the ransom demands. The investigation by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department and the FBI remains active and ongoing.
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