Family of Missing Nancy Guthrie Issues New Appeal After Seven Weeks
The family of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of prominent US television anchor Savannah Guthrie, has issued a renewed and emotional appeal for public assistance as she remains missing for seven weeks from her home in Tucson, Arizona. In a statement broadcast on local television station KVOA, the family pleaded with the community not to forget her case, emphasizing that local residents "hold the key to finding resolution."
Desperate Search for Clues
Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on February 1, 2026, after she failed to appear at her regular church service. She was last seen at her residence near Tucson at approximately 9:45 PM on the evening of January 31. Authorities, including the Pima County Sheriff's Office, believe she was kidnapped or taken against her will, classifying her disappearance as a targeted crime. Notably, some of Nancy Guthrie's blood was discovered on her porch, adding to the urgency of the investigation.
The family has specifically asked the public to focus on the critical timelines of January 31 and February 1. They urge anyone with potential evidence—such as security footage, journal notes, text messages, observations, or conversations—to come forward, stating that "no detail is too small" and it "may be the key" to solving the case. Detectives have also shown interest in January 11, requesting security camera footage from that morning without providing further explanation, according to reports from NBC.
Heartfelt Plea from the Guthrie Family
In their televised statement aired on Saturday night, the Guthrie family expressed profound grief and determination. "We miss our mom with every breath and we cannot be in peace until she is home. We cannot grieve; we can only ache and wonder," they said. The statement was signed by Savannah Guthrie, who co-anchors the morning programme on NBC, Sky's US partner network, along with her siblings Annie and Camron.
The family added, "Our focus is solely on finding her and bringing her home. We want to celebrate her beautiful and courageous life. But we cannot do that until she is brought to a final place of rest." They also extended gratitude to the Tucson community for their ongoing support, remarking, "We are all family now."
Rewards and Investigation Details
To aid in the search, the Guthrie family has offered a substantial reward of $1 million (approximately £749,000) for Nancy's recovery. Additionally, the FBI, which is assisting in the investigation, is offering a separate reward of $50,000 (about £37,000). The FBI had previously released doorbell camera images and videos depicting an armed and masked man outside Nancy Guthrie's home on the morning she vanished, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
Authorities have confirmed that the family is not under investigation, directing all efforts toward locating Nancy Guthrie and apprehending those responsible. The Pima County Sheriff's Office continues to circulate notices requesting information, underscoring the collaborative effort between law enforcement and the public.
As the search enters its seventh week, the Guthrie family's appeal resonates with a community gripped by concern, hoping for a breakthrough that will bring Nancy Guthrie home.
