The quiet north of Tucson, Arizona, has become the center of a deeply unsettling mystery. Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since Saturday night, and authorities now believe her disappearance is far from voluntary.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that Nancy was last seen at her home around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday. A relative reported her missing the following day at noon, prompting an immediate and increasingly urgent investigation.
Sheriff Chris Nano addressed reporters Monday morning, revealing a grim assessment of the scene. “We know she didn’t just walk out of there,” he stated, emphasizing that evidence suggests Nancy did not leave of her own accord. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are, in his words, “very concerning.”
The investigation has rapidly escalated, with homicide detectives joining the search despite the absence of a body. Authorities are deploying every resource available – airplanes, drones, helicopters, and specialized search-and-rescue dogs borrowed from Border Patrol – in a desperate attempt to locate Nancy.
Sheriff Nano acknowledged Nancy’s physical health challenges, which limit her mobility, adding another layer of urgency to the case. He admitted that the nature of the scene is unusual, stating, “We don’t typically get the sheriff out at a scene like this.”
While holding onto hope for a safe return, Sheriff Nano conceded the gravity of the situation. “I hope we find her safe and sound but we can’t ignore what’s in front of us,” he said, hinting at the troubling evidence discovered at the home.
Savannah Guthrie is understandably devastated by her mother’s disappearance. She released a statement expressing her family’s gratitude for the outpouring of support and reiterated their focus on Nancy’s safe return.
Nancy Guthrie is a familiar face to viewers of theTodayshow, having appeared alongside her daughter on numerous occasions, including a recent segment highlighting Savannah’s hometown of Tucson in November. Her absence is deeply felt by the entireTodayteam.
The investigation continues, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department. The hope remains to bring Nancy home, but the unfolding evidence paints a picture of a case far more complex and troubling than initially imagined.
