The effort to locate Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has moved into its second week, with investigators continuing to evaluate several active leads. Nancy was last seen on the evening of January 31 at her home in Tucson, Arizona, after returning from dinner with relatives. Concern quickly mounted when she missed a regular church service the following morning and could not be reached, prompting family members to notify authorities due to her age and reported health considerations.
Since the initial report, teams from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have worked together to reconstruct a timeline and examine available evidence. Officials have acknowledged that alleged ransom-style messages were sent to several media outlets, though they have not confirmed whether the communications are authentic. To protect the integrity of the case, investigators have limited public comment on the contents while the inquiry remains active.
Over the weekend, Savannah appeared in a public video alongside her siblings Annie and Camron, delivering an emotional appeal for their mother’s safe return. Shortly afterward, investigators were observed searching a Tucson residence belonging to Annie and her husband, located a few miles from Nancy’s home. The search reportedly lasted more than two hours, but authorities have not disclosed whether it was conducted with consent or a warrant, nor have they commented on any materials that may have been collected.
Experts note that examining multiple locations is a routine part of complex missing-person investigations, particularly when new tips or unusual claims arise. Authorities have also revisited Nancy’s property to conduct additional inspections, including outdoor areas and structural elements. At this time, no suspects or persons of interest have been publicly identified. Officials encourage anyone with reliable information to contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI or the sheriff’s office at 520-351-4900. For now, both investigators and the Guthrie family remain united in their focus—finding Nancy and ensuring her safe return.