Alleged ransom note reveals chilling details as search intensifies
As police investigate the suspected abduction of Nancy Guthrie, new reports suggest a ransom note may hold critical clues to her disappearance.
Authorities in Arizona are working around the clock to locate 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC’s “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, after she was reportedly taken from her home under suspicious circumstances. A ransom note has emerged, revealing eerie details about the night she vanished.
Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona. Investigators say there were signs of forced entry and drops of blood found at the scene, suggesting foul play. Authorities confirmed the case is now being treated as a criminal investigation.
“We do believe that Nancy was taken from her home against her will,” said Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos. However, no suspects or persons of interest have been identified yet.
When asked if more than one person could be involved, Sheriff Nanos said, “No clue,” underlining the uncertainty surrounding the case.
A mysterious ransom note surfaces
While police continue their search, a disturbing twist came to light. Media outlets, including TMZ and a local Tucson TV station, reported receiving an alleged ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin in exchange for Nancy’s return. They turned the note over to the sheriff’s department.
The note allegedly includes unsettling details—descriptions of Nancy’s home and what she was wearing the night she disappeared.
Sheriff Nanos confirmed that the note is being taken seriously but said it has not yet been verified. “You give us a lead, we’re going to look at every aspect of that lead and work it,” he told CBS News. “Absolutely not,” he added, when asked if they were dismissing it.
The note has been shown to Savannah Guthrie, and investigators are checking if the descriptions match the crime scene.
Health concerns raise the stakes
Nancy Guthrie’s health has added urgency to the case. Sheriff Nanos shared that she requires critical medication and missing doses could be fatal.
Speaking directly to whoever may have taken her, he warned:
“The clock is literally ticking. You’ve placed her in great jeopardy without giving her meds that are critical to her.”
DNA evidence from the home has been submitted for analysis. Some results have come back, but so far, none point to a suspect.
Savannah Guthrie, one of NBC’s most familiar faces, has pulled out of her trip to Italy for the Winter Olympics to be closer to the investigation and support her family during this crisis.
Her absence is deeply felt by colleagues and fans alike, but they understand her decision. “Family comes first,” one NBC source said.
Back in New York, NBC executives have increased security at their 30 Rockefeller Plaza studios, where “Today” is filmed. According to reports from The U.S. Sun, NBC is now working with the NYPD to ensure the safety of Savannah and other on-air talent.
“Things are tense at the studio,” said a source familiar with the situation, noting that the extra security was added “out of an abundance of caution.”
As the investigation unfolds, concern for Nancy Guthrie continues to grow. Viewers of “Today” and supporters from across the country have shared heartfelt messages of support for Savannah and her family on social media, hoping for a safe return.
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Every detail, no matter how small, could be the key to solving this heartbreaking mystery.
If you have any tips about the case, contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department immediately.
In a world used to seeing Savannah Guthrie deliver the news, it’s now her own life that has taken center stage. As the nation watches and waits, one thing remains clear: time is precious, and hope remains alive.
