FBI Agents Arrive at Guthrie Family Property as Search for Missing Mother Intensifies
Stony-faced FBI agents and other law enforcement personnel were observed arriving at the Arizona home of Savannah Guthrie's sister on Tuesday afternoon, as the urgent search for her missing mother Nancy continues into its third day. Exclusive photographs captured the moment agents descended on the $650,000 property, where Guthrie herself is currently staying, shortly after 2:30pm local time.
Disappearance After Evening with Daughter
Savannah's older sister Annie, 56, was reportedly the last person to see Nancy Guthrie before the 84-year-old vanished on Saturday night. The pair had spent the evening together enjoying dinner and playing Mahjong, a traditional Chinese four-player rummy-style game. Nancy has not been seen since approximately 9:30pm on January 31, with Annie raising the alarm after her mother failed to appear at church services.
Investigators Pursue Multiple Leads Including Ransom Demands
Earlier today, police officials twice declined to rule out the possibility of a kidnap for ransom scenario and confirmed they were actively following multiple investigative leads. This includes examining an alleged ransom note that was reportedly emailed to media outlet TMZ. The FBI is providing substantial support to the investigation, with John Edwards from the bureau's Tucson office explaining during a press conference that they are offering analytical and technical assistance. This support encompasses downloading cellphone information and analyzing pings detected by local communication towers.
Meanwhile, Nancy Guthrie's home - the same property where Savannah Guthrie grew up - found itself surrounded by media personnel on Tuesday afternoon. FBI agents, dressed in both formal suits and more relaxed attire, approached the residence and were greeted by members of Savannah's security team who have been guarding the property. Officers were seen carrying files and notebooks as they entered the premises.
Police Return Property Despite Evidence
Police confirmed they had returned the sprawling property to the family on Monday, despite what appeared to be a small quantity of blood remaining visible on the front doorstep. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos stated on Tuesday that investigators believe the octogenarian has been abducted and emphasized they are working against time because she was taken without essential medication.
Multiple Ransom Notes Reported
Tucson television station KOLD reported on Tuesday afternoon that it had also received a ransom note, though it remains unclear whether this note is identical to the one received by TMZ. According to TMZ's reporting, the unverified note demanded millions in Bitcoin cryptocurrency for Nancy Guthrie's release, specifying that the payment should be sent to a particular cryptocurrency address that the outlet confirmed as authentic. The note reportedly concluded with a deadline for the ransom payment 'or else' and contained details not publicly known, including specific damage to Nancy's home and descriptions of what she was wearing during her abduction.
Investigation Challenges and Public Appeal
Sheriff Nanos did not verify the contents of either note in his public statements. He repeatedly emphasized that investigators currently do not know Nancy Guthrie's whereabouts and could not provide insight into potential suspects. The sheriff also addressed reports about a missing doorbell camera from Nancy's home, noting it remained unclear whether it had been removed before her abduction. Nanos added that no unusual vehicles were observed in the area around the time of the kidnapping and that investigators found no tire tracks.
Tuesday's press conference provided few new details about Nancy's disappearance. FBI agent Jon Edwards spoke briefly to urge members of the public to come forward with any information that might assist investigators. Edwards stressed that the FBI was doing 'everything in its power' to 'bring Nancy home,' including downloading cellphone tower data, conducting interviews, and analyzing information from the surrounding area. 'Every lead or tip is important,' Edwards emphasized to reporters and the concerned public.
Officials have previously stated they have no reason to believe Nancy was specifically targeted because of her daughter's high-profile status, though they have not ruled out any lines of inquiry. Savannah Guthrie earns a reported $8 million salary at NBC and has an estimated net worth of approximately $40 million, factors that investigators are undoubtedly considering as the multi-agency search continues into its critical third day.
