UMVA has learned that a second ransom note was sent days after Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, revealing a shocking twist in the case.
The note disclosed that Nancy died shortly after being kidnapped from her home in Arizona over five months ago. According to information obtained by UMVA, the abductors did not intend for her to die.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, was taken from her home in the wealthy area of Catalina Foothills outside Tucson, Arizona. Doorbell footage released by the FBI showed a masked individual carrying a backpack approaching her porch on February 1.
The next morning, Nancy didn't show up at a friend's house for church, and her family alerted the police. A ransom note demanding millions in bitcoin was sent, claiming she was safe.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that multiple law enforcement sources have shared information about the case, including details about the second ransom note. The note did not contain an apology or request for payment for Nancy's body, but mentioned a possibility of her body being delivered for a sum of money.
The investigation, led by Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, has resulted in no arrests so far. Authorities believe the motive behind the kidnapping was targeted, but are not 100% sure.
Savannah Guthrie has spoken about her emotional conversation with her brother, where she asked if her kidnapping was related to her. The case remains active and ongoing, with the Pima County Sheriff's Department working closely with the FBI to follow up on leads.
The search for Nancy Guthrie has been ongoing for over 20 weeks, with no updates on her whereabouts. The family and law enforcement are still seeking information and leads to bring justice to the case.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that the investigation is focused on finding the person or people responsible for Nancy's disappearance and death. The case continues to unfold, with new developments emerging.
