Nancy Guthrie abduction investigation yields no database match for DNA on glove

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Sara BraunFebruary 17, 2026 at 08:33 PM

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The investigation into the abduction of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie has stalled after DNA found on a glove near her home yielded no matches in the FBI's database. The glove, resembling one seen in surveillance footage of the abduction, contained unknown male DNA. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed the negative results, adding that the DNA also didn't match samples from Guthrie's home. Authorities are now considering entering the DNA into a commercial genealogy database as the investigation enters its third week. Guthrie's daughter, TV anchor Savannah Guthrie, has publicly appealed for her mother's safe return. Donald Trump has also commented on the case, advocating for the death penalty if Guthrie is found to have been killed.

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