Guthrie Siblings Issue Emotional Video Pleas in Mother's Abduction Case
Through the frantic search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, her family has issued a series of desperate pleas to purported abductors for her safe return and to the public for crucial information. The mysterious case has gripped the nation, with the FBI now involved and releasing key surveillance footage.
Family's Public Appeals and FBI Involvement
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie and her siblings, Camron and Annie Guthrie, have posted multiple videos online since their mother disappeared earlier this month. In these Instagram messages, they acknowledged media reports of a ransom letter and pleaded directly for Nancy's return, requesting proof of life and contact with those responsible. In one poignant video, they explicitly stated they would pay for her safe homecoming.
The FBI has stated it is unaware of any ongoing communication between the Guthrie family and potential kidnappers. However, on Tuesday, the agency released the first surveillance video from the night Nancy went missing. The footage shows a masked individual wearing gloves and a backpack at her home, with what appears to be a handgun holster at the waist. The person is seen covering a camera with a gloved hand before obscuring it with plants.
Savannah Guthrie subsequently shared these images and video, urgently calling on the public to contact law enforcement with any information that could aid the investigation.
Timeline of the Guthrie Family's Video Messages
Here is a comprehensive timeline of the videos posted by the family, detailing their evolving appeals and emotional state:
- February 4: Savannah Guthrie, alongside her siblings, acknowledged awareness of media reports regarding a purported ransom letter. They expressed readiness to talk and listen but demanded proof their mother was alive. Speaking directly to Nancy, Savannah said, "Mommy, if you are hearing this, you are a strong woman, you are God’s precious daughter, Nancy."
- February 5: Camron Guthrie, representing the family, stated they had not heard directly from whoever took Nancy. He emphasized the family's desire to communicate but noted they were awaiting contact and needed a secure method to proceed, along with proof of Nancy's well-being.
- February 7: Holding hands with her siblings, Savannah Guthrie revealed they had received a message and "understand" it, though she provided no specifics. She begged for their mother's return, declaring, "We will pay."
- February 9: Savannah described the family as being at an "hour of desperation," maintaining belief that Nancy was still alive. She asked not only for prayers but for practical help, urging the public to report any sightings or information to authorities. Notably, no ransom note was mentioned, despite a purported deadline set for that evening.
- February 10: Savannah posted the FBI-released surveillance images and video of the masked person. In a second post, she implored anyone with information to come forward, stating, "Someone out there recognizes this person. We believe she is still out there. Bring her home."
The case remains ongoing, with the Guthrie family's heartfelt appeals highlighting their determination and the broader community's role in aiding the investigation.
