The search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, took a significant turn as the FBI announced the discovery of a glove containing DNA located about two miles from her home in Tucson, Arizona. This glove appears to match those worn by a masked individual recorded outside her front door on the night she disappeared. Preliminary DNA results were received on Saturday, and officials are awaiting official confirmation.
As the search enters its third week, law enforcement continues to gather evidence. Authorities previously stated that they had not identified any suspects in the case. Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal through an Instagram video, encouraging anyone with information, including the abductor, to come forward and do the right thing. “It is never too late to do the right thing,” she emphasized, expressing her belief in the goodness of humanity.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen at her residence on January 31 and was reported missing the following day. Authorities have noted that her blood was discovered on the front porch, and purported ransom notes have been sent to news outlets, with deadlines for payment that have since passed.
This glove discovery follows the release of surveillance footage showing the masked individual outside Guthrie’s home, described as a man approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, with a medium build, who was seen wearing a ski mask, long pants, a jacket, and carrying a distinctive backpack.
In further developments, late Friday night, law enforcement sealed off a road near Guthrie’s home, conducting searches and passing through with forensic vehicles. A Range Rover SUV was also towed from a restaurant parking lot as part of the investigation, yet no arrests have been reported. Earlier, a man was detained for questioning during a traffic stop, although he was later released.
Concerns for Nancy Guthrie’s health have been raised due to her need for vital daily medication, including a pacemaker, as she deals with heart issues and high blood pressure. In previous statements, authorities noted that DNA collected from her property did not belong to her or those closely associated with her, and efforts are underway to identify the source of this DNA.
As investigators continue to pursue leads and analyze evidence, the community remains hopeful for a resolution to this troubling case.