The disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie, has grown into a complex national investigation. Reported missing from her Tucson home between February 2 and 3, her whereabouts remain unknown.
Savannah and her siblings released a public video plea, confirming they received ransom messages and are willing to pay to secure her safe return. The initial demand of $1 million quickly escalated to $6 million—an unusual jump that has raised concerns among investigators.
Former FBI official Chris Swecker has questioned whether this is a straightforward kidnapping, noting the absence of “proof of life,” which is typically provided in legitimate abduction cases. He suggests the possibility of opportunistic scammers exploiting a high-profile family rather than actual captors.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department says the investigation is active but has identified no suspects or vehicles and is limiting public updates to protect the case. A ransom deadline passed without resolution, deepening uncertainty.
Authorities continue to examine all possibilities—whether this is a genuine kidnapping or a tragic disappearance complicated by fraudulent ransom attempts. For now, Nancy Guthrie remains missing, and her family awaits answers.