Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note deadline approaches as search enters a second week

Associated Press (AP) Human InterestNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by By TY ONEILFebruary 9, 2026 at 05:23 PM

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

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The search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, is entering its second week in Tucson, Arizona, following her reported disappearance. The Pima County Sheriff's Department is investigating the apparent kidnapping, with a purported ransom note deadline approaching. Nancy Guthrie was reported missing a week prior, and the investigation is ongoing as of February 9, 2026. Neighbors have shown support for the Guthrie family during the search. Law enforcement is present at Nancy Guthrie's home as they continue their investigation.

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Nancy Guthrie is the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.

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Authorities returned to Nancy Guthrie's neighborhood several times over the weekend.

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Nancy Guthrie was reported missing in Arizona a week prior to the article.

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The investigation into the apparent kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie continues.

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Purported abductors set a Monday evening deadline.

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Elaine Carroll 30% New York 30% NBCUniversal 40% Arizona ×260% Pima County Sheriff’s Department ×270% Savannah Guthrie ×270% Tucson, Arizona ×480% Nancy Guthrie ×1090%

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nancy guthrie 100% kidnapping 90% ransom note 80% savannah guthrie 70% missing person 70% tucson, arizona 60% investigation 60% pima county sheriff's department 50%