TUCSON, Ariz. — February 3, 2026
The quiet community of Catalina Foothills is at the center of a national crisis as law enforcement officials intensify their search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. What began as a missing persons report on Sunday morning has rapidly escalated into a high-stakes criminal investigation, with authorities now stating they believe the elderly woman was abducted from her home in the middle of the night.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos delivered a grim update during a press conference on Monday, shifting the focus from a search-and-rescue mission to a criminal investigation. “We don’t see this as a search mission so much as it is a crime scene,” Nanos told reporters. “I believe she was abducted… She didn’t walk from there. She didn’t go willingly.”
The Disappearance: A Timeline of Concern
Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 31. Her daughter, Annie Guthrie, reportedly had dinner with her that evening and noted no “red flags” or unusual behavior.
The alarm was first raised on Sunday morning when Nancy failed to appear at her local church. A concerned church member contacted the family around 11:00 a.m., leading relatives to check her home. Finding the house empty but her personal belongings—including her wallet, cellphone, vehicle, and life-saving medication—still present, the family called 911 at noon.
Key Search Details
| Category | Details |
| Name | Nancy Guthrie |
| Age | 84 |
| Physical Description | 5’5”, 150 lbs, brown hair, blue eyes |
| Last Seen | Sat, Jan 31, 9:30 p.m. |
| Status | Missing / Possible Abduction |
Reward and Public Assistance
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has officially announced a $2,500 reward for any information, images, or video that leads to the arrest of those involved.
What You Can Do
- Check Cameras: Residents in the Catalina Foothills are asked to review doorbell and security footage from Saturday night (Jan 31) through Sunday morning (Feb 1).
- Report Sightings: Any unusual vehicles or persons seen in the neighborhood during the overnight hours should be reported immediately.
- Tip Line: Call 88-CRIME (520-882-7463) or use the P3TIPS mobile app to remain anonymous.
Family and Community Response
Savannah Guthrie remains in Arizona to be with her family and assist in the investigation. Her Today show colleagues, including Hoda Kotb and Carson Daly, have shared emotional tributes and lead national prayers for Nancy’s safe return.
“We are leaning on our faith,” Savannah said in a recent social media update. “We believe in the power of prayer and the hard work of the men and women searching for her. Please, if you know anything, come forward.”
The FBI has officially joined the Pima County Sheriff’s Department and Arizona Department of Public Safety in the search. Despite dozens of leads, authorities stated Tuesday afternoon that they currently have no solid suspects or a confirmed motive.
Nancy Guthrie home a crime scene
This video provides on-the-ground reporting and analysis of why the Guthrie residence was officially declared a crime scene.