Regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of “Today Show” host Savannah Guthrie, the U.S. authorities have advanced the investigation under the suspicion of kidnapping and confirmed that a suspicious email involving Bitcoin ransom has been handed over to law enforcement. Nancy, aged 84, is mobility-impaired and was reported missing after she did not arrive at her church in Tucson, Arizona, on February 1.
The police report states that Nancy was last confirmed to be seen on January 31 at her residence at the foot of the Catalina Mountains. A mobile phone, wallet, and medication were found left inside the house, which also showed signs of unusual damage. The Pima County Sheriff’s Office believes these clues do not align with voluntary departure.
On February 3, TMZ revealed that they received a suspected ransom email demanding a “large amount” of Bitcoin, estimated to be worth several million dollars, with a clear deadline set. The email mentioned details of the house and property damage, which are believed to only be known by someone familiar with the scene. TMZ verified that the attached Bitcoin wallet address is valid and has submitted all related materials to the investigation authorities.
Sheriff Chris Nanos of Pima County stated that the case has received assistance from the FBI, and all clues are under review. He emphasized that evidence indicates Nancy was forcibly taken, not voluntarily missing. Since she requires regular life-saving medication, the police consider the time window critical, and the search has been escalated to a multi-agency operation.
Currently, drones, police dogs, volunteers, and border patrols are conducting a carpet search of the surrounding mountains and communities. The family has informed the police that Nancy is unlikely to have traveled alone. Savannah also issued a statement thanking the public for their concern and urging anyone with information to come forward as soon as possible.
The case has sparked widespread discussion due to its involvement of a celebrity family and cryptocurrency ransom elements. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have stated that no possibility will be ruled out. The only goal is to find Nancy as soon as possible and ensure her safety.
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