Police in Pima County, Arizona, have released two ransom notes regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of television presenter Savannah Guthrie. Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home on January 31. Investigators are asking the public to review the language used in these notes to identify the individual responsible for her abduction.
The first note, received on February 2, demanded a ransom of $4 million in Bitcoin. It outlined a secondary deadline of $6 million if payment failed to arrive, threatening the victim's life if demands were not met. The note contained specific details about the scene of the abduction, including a damaged floodlight and a smart watch left behind.
A second note arrived four days later, claiming Nancy Guthrie died shortly after she was taken. The author alleged she perished from a heart-related issue and was buried in nature. Pima County Sheriff’s Office officials state they cannot verify this claim and continue to treat the investigation as an active kidnapping case. No suspects are currently in custody.
Savannah Guthrie has made multiple public appeals for information, including a recent video plea. She remains determined to determine her mother's fate and provide her with a dignified goodbye. The Sheriff’s Office emphasizes that someone in the writer's orbit likely recognizes the unique phrasing within the notes. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact local law enforcement, noting that anonymous tips are accepted and a reward remains available for details leading to her recovery.