In a deeply emotional development, Today show host Savannah Guthrie has issued a desperate public plea as the search for her missing 84-year-old mother enters a critical phase, with investigators now stating they believe she was abducted from her Arizona home.
Sheriff Confirms Abduction Fears in Nancy Guthrie Case
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos delivered a sobering update on Monday, stating unequivocally: "I believe she was abducted, yes." He elaborated further, emphasising the concerning circumstances: "She didn't walk from there. She didn't go willingly."
The investigation has revealed troubling details that support this assessment. Nancy Guthrie, described by family as "sharp as a tack," was reported missing on Sunday at noon after failing to attend her regular church service. Authorities have confirmed she left her mobile phone behind in her car, and with her limited mobility and need for daily medication, the situation has become increasingly urgent.
Today Show Colleagues Rally Around Savannah Guthrie
During Tuesday's broadcast of the Today show, co-anchors Craig Melvin and Sheinelle Jones shared the latest developments with viewers while expressing their support for their absent colleague. Jones revealed the emotional impact of Savannah's message, stating: "I went to my phone and I saw Savannah's post, and Savannah's strength gave me strength. Her resolve, her faith."
Fellow presenter Carson Daly added his own powerful testimony: "I saw that post from Savannah last night, I hit my knees and prayed. I don't think I've ever prayed for anything harder in my life."
Savannah Guthrie's Heartfelt Instagram Appeal
In an Instagram post shared on Monday evening, Savannah Guthrie made a moving appeal for communal support and prayer. She wrote: "We believe in prayer. we believe in voices raised in unison, in love, in hope. we believe in goodness. we believe in humanity. above all, we believe in Him."
The television host continued with a touching tribute to her mother: "Thank you for lifting your prayers with ours for our beloved mom, our dearest Nancy, a woman of deep conviction, a good and faithful servant. raise your prayers with us and believe with us that she will be lifted by them in this very moment. we need you."
She concluded her message by quoting a verse from Isaiah: "'He will keep in perfect peace those whose hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.' a verse of Isaiah for all time for all of us. Bring her home."
Race Against Time in Tucson Investigation
Sheriff Nanos emphasised the pressing nature of the investigation during an interview with NBC News correspondent Liz Kreutz, stating: "It is a race against time, and I hope that window hasn't closed."
In a separate statement reported on air, Savannah Guthrie expressed gratitude while maintaining focus on the primary objective: "I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom."
The Pima County Sheriff's Department has established a dedicated line for information regarding Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Anyone with potentially relevant details is urged to contact investigators at 520-351-4900 as the search continues for the missing 84-year-old woman.
