Guthrie family not suspects in Arizona kidnapping, sheriff confirms

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersFebruary 17, 2026 at 12:03 AM

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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that Nancy Guthrie's family is not suspected in her kidnapping, which occurred near Tucson, Arizona. The 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie was last seen on January 31st after being dropped off at her home. Authorities believe she was taken against her will due to her limited mobility. Investigators have obtained a DNA sample from a glove found near Guthrie's home, potentially matching a masked prowler seen in doorbell camera footage prior to the abduction. The sheriff emphasized the family's cooperation and described them as victims in the ongoing investigation.

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