Savannah Guthrie, the well-known U.S. journalist and television host, has made a heartfelt plea to the public in search of her elderly mother, Nancy Guthrie, who was abducted from her home in Arizona. In a video shared on Instagram, Savannah, alongside her siblings Annie and Camron, revealed their desperate situation and their willingness to pay a ransom for their mother’s safe return.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing after an incident that took place in the early hours of February 1. According to Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, the timeline surrounding her abduction remains unclear, but key events were captured by her home’s doorbell camera. The camera stopped functioning around 1:47 a.m. on the day of her disappearance and shortly thereafter detected movement. The disconnect of her pacemaker app at 2:28 a.m. further raised concerns about her wellbeing.
In her emotional message, Savannah urged anyone who might have seen or heard something unusual to reach out to law enforcement, stating, “We believe our mom is still out there. We need your help.” She expressed gratitude for the community’s prayers and support, affirming that those prayers are felt by their family.
The situation escalated over the weekend when Savannah shared that they had received a ransom demand in bitcoin, complete with a deadline. In response, she implored the alleged kidnappers to return Nancy, emphasizing that their family’s peace hinges on her safe return. The authenticity of the ransom demands is currently under investigation by the FBI and the local sheriff’s department, which has yet to identify any leads or suspects.
Authorities are actively pursuing all avenues in this ongoing investigation. They have revisited places significant to Nancy’s last known whereabouts, including her daughter Annie’s home, and have canvassed the neighborhood for more information. Despite the emotional toll this situation is taking on the family, they remain hopeful that someone may come forth with crucial details that could lead to Nancy’s safe return.
Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department or dial 911. The family’s public appeals highlight the power of community support in times of crisis, and with continued vigilance, there remains hope for Nancy Guthrie’s return.