Savannah Guthrie releases video appealing for proof her missing mother is alive

The Guardian - World News Human InterestNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Abené ClaytonFebruary 5, 2026 at 03:24 AM

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Savannah Guthrie returns to her mother’s home in first sighting there since disappearance

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Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have released a video appealing for information regarding their missing 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared from her home near Tucson, Arizona, on Saturday night. Nancy Guthrie, who suffers from poor health and requires medication, was reported missing on Sunday. The family acknowledged reports of a ransom letter and stated their willingness to cooperate, but emphasized the need for proof that their mother is alive. The Pima County Sheriff's Department is investigating, with Sheriff Chris Nanos indicating a potential crime scene and the involvement of the homicide team. Search and rescue efforts have been underway, but no further details on the investigation have been released.

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The Pima county sheriff could not rule out foul play.

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Nancy Guthrie was last seen around 9.30pm on Saturday at her home.

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Reports about a ransom letter from alleged kidnappers have surfaced.

factual — Savannah Guthrie100% confidence

Nancy Guthrie is in poor health and is without her medication.

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Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, was reported missing on Sunday.

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Associated Press 40% Cameron Guthrie 60% Pima County Sheriff 60% Chris Nanos ×270% Annie Guthrie ×270% Tucson, Arizona 70% Savannah Guthrie ×390% Nancy Guthrie ×7100%

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missing person 100% savannah guthrie 90% ransom letter 80% nancy guthrie 80% poor health 70% crime scene 60% foul play 50% search and rescue 50% tucson arizona 40%