CATALINA FOOTHILLS, Ariz. – From reports of ransom notes to blood found outside her Tucson-area home, the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, has entered its fourth day.
On Truth Social, President Donald Trump released a statement on Guthrie’s disappearance after speaking with her daughter Savannah, saying he is directing “all federal law enforcement” to help the family find Nancy.
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6:26 p.m.
Savannah Guthrie has issued a statement on her Instagram.
In the video, Savannah thanked others for their prayers on behalf of her family.
“We feel them, and we continue to believe that she feels them too,” Savannah said.
Savannah also addressed reports of a ransom letter, stating that they have heard of such reports as well.
“As a family, we are doing everything that we can. We are ready to talk,” Savannah said. “We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive, and that you have her. We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen. Please reach out to us.”
A spokesperson with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department said detectives are “continuing to conduct follow-up at the home.”
4:40 p.m.
Yellow tape had been put up around Nancy’s home.
As the search for the mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie continues, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has put up yellow tape once again around Nancy Guthrie’s home.
3:56 p.m.
Officials with PCSD released the following information:
Investigators have not identified suspect(s) or person(s) or interest in the case.
PCSD is working with the FBI, and “detectives with multiple PCSD units are assisting in this investigation and often wear different polos based on their respective units.” Officials are telling the public that “this does not mean an acronym or unit name on the shirt is indicative of a particular crime associated with this case.”
The Guthrie home has been turned over to the Guthrie family.
In addition, PCSD said they received a report of a possible trespassing in the area of Cocopas Road and Longfellow Drive.
“This case, in addition to all other cases within a close radius to the Guthrie home are being reviewed,” read a portion of their statement.
11:54 a.m.
According to a social media post made by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, there will be a scheduled briefing on the matter on Feb. 5 at 11:00 a.m.
8:07 a.m.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department says no suspects or persons of interest have been identified.
“At this point, investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in this case,” PCSD said. “Detectives continue to speak with anyone who may have had contact with Mrs. Guthrie. Detectives are working closely with the Guthrie family. While we appreciate the public’s concern, the sharing of unverified accusations or false information is irresponsible and does not assist the investigation.”
The backstory:
Nancy was last seen on the evening of Jan. 31 at her home near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue outside of Tucson, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department said. She was reported missing the following day after her family members were notified that she hadn’t shown up for church.
“Family went to her residence in Tucson, AZ and Nancy was not in the home,” the Arizona Department of Public Safety said. “All her personal belongings, to include her wallet, cell phone and vehicle were still there, but she was nowhere to be found.”
Authorities say Guthrie is without her necessary medication. She’s described as being 5 feet 5 inches tall and 150 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. Her clothing at the time of her disappearance is unknown.
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, is missing after she was last seen on Jan. 31 at her Catalina Foothills home. (PCSD; Getty Images)
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has since released new details about the investigation, saying more than a hundred detectives are working the case in coordination with search and rescue, the FBI and other local and national law enforcement agencies.
Nanos said evidence at the home suggests Guthrie was taken against her will, likely during the overnight hours. The department has not disclosed information regarding any possible injuries she may have sustained.
What they’re saying:
Nancy is the mother of NBC “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie. Savannah released a statement on Feb. 2, thanking the public for their prayers.
A missing persons case has put the co-host of the Today show in a different kind of spotlight. Here’s what to know about Savannah Guthrie, whose mother was last seen on Jan. 31.
“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.
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.
‘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.”
NBC Sports confirmed Savannah will not be part of the network’s coverage of the Winter Olympics “as she focuses on being with her family during this difficult time.”
Ransom notes
Dig deeper:
On Feb. 3, TMZ and KOLD 13 News in Tucson reported that they received ransom notes in connection with Guthrie’s disappearance.
An email sent to KOLD reportedly included a deadline and a demand for a specific amount of money for Guthrie’s safe return. The station turned the email over to the PCSD, which is working with the FBI to determine the note’s credibility.
“We are aware of reports circulating about possible ransom note(s) related to the investigation into Nancy Guthrie. All tips and leads are being taken seriously and are forwarded directly to our detectives, who are coordinating with the FBI. We encourage anyone with information or tips to submit them,” the sheriff’s office said.
Despite the reported ransom notes, the sheriff’s department says there’s “no credible information” that Guthrie was targeted.
As authorities continue to try and find 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie in southern Arizona, here’s what to know about the missing woman, whose daughter is the host of a major national morning television program.
Blood found at scene
FOX 10 video at Guthrie’s home showed blood on the ground outside the front door. Nanos says his investigators have recovered DNA evidence from Guthrie’s home and the samples were sent to a Phoenix lab for rapid testing. While some forensic results have been returned, officials said none have identified a person of interest.
Missing camera
Guthrie’s home is equipped with several cameras. The base of a doorbell camera was seen at the front door, but the camera itself is missing. It’s unknown how long the camera has been missing or why it was removed.
Local perspective:
A candlelight prayer service for Guthrie will be held at 6 p.m. on Feb. 4 at Saint Phillips’s in the Hills Episcopal Church.
The church is located at 4440 N. Campbell Avenue in Tucson.
What’s next:
The sheriff’s department will hold its next briefing on the case at 11 a.m. MST on Feb. 5.
You can watch the news conference live on our YouTube channel.
Pima County Sheriff, Chris Nanos speaks to the media on February 3, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. He was answering questions about the search for Nancy Guthrie, the missing mother of NBC host Savannah Guthrie. (Photo by Jan Sonnenmair/Getty Images)
What you can do:
A tipline was created for the community to submit information regarding this case – including photos and videos.
Map of area where Nancy Guthrie was last seen
The Source: The Pima County Sheriff’s Department and FOX 10 reports on Feb. 3, 2026.
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