Savannah Guthrie appeals for public help as search for her mother enters 2nd week
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined the search, placing digital billboards in several cities across Texas, California, Arizona and New Mexico. The agency is offering a reward of $50,000 for information leading to Nancy Guthrie's recovery.
Television anchor Savannah Guthrie has issued an emotional plea as her family continues the search for her missing mother Nancy Guthrie, with an alleged ransom deadline reportedly approaching.
In a video posted on social media on Monday, the Today host said her family in Arizona had reached "an hour of desperation" in its efforts to locate her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Although she did not directly mention the reported deadline, Guthrie said her family remained hopeful and was relying on public support and prayers.
"She was taken and we don’t know where, and we need your help," she said in the video. "No matter where you are, even if you’re far from Tucson, if you see anything, if you hear anything."
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined the search, placing digital billboards in several cities across Texas, California, Arizona and New Mexico. The agency is offering a reward of $50,000 for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery.
Officials said every tip is being reviewed, even as investigators work to separate credible leads from misinformation.
RANSOM CLAIMS DEEPEN FEARS OVER HER SAFETY
Several local news organisations have reported receiving letters in recent days claiming to be from those responsible for the disappearance. At least one letter reportedly demanded money and set deadlines for payment.
While the first deadline passed last week, a second was said to be set for Monday evening.
Law enforcement agencies have not confirmed the authenticity of the letters but said they are treating all information seriously. Authorities are increasingly concerned about Nancy Guthrie’s health. According to dispatcher audio and police records, she requires daily medication and has a pacemaker. She has also dealt with high blood pressure and heart-related issues.
Savannah Guthrie said on Monday that her family continues to believe her mother is alive.
"We believe that somehow, some way, she is feeling these prayers," she said, "and that God is lifting her even in this moment and in this darkest place."
In an earlier video posted over the weekend, she said the family was willing to pay for her mother’s safe return.
INVESTIGATION CENTRED NEAR TUCSON HOME
Investigators believe Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home outside Tucson against her will. She was last seen on January 31 and was reported missing the following day after failing to attend church services.
According to the Associated Press, DNA tests confirmed that blood found on her front porch matched hers. He also said her doorbell camera had been disconnected during the early hours of Sunday morning.
In a statement, the sheriff’s department said: "Investigators have not identified any suspects, persons of interest, or vehicles connected to this case."
Television anchor Savannah Guthrie has issued an emotional plea as her family continues the search for her missing mother Nancy Guthrie, with an alleged ransom deadline reportedly approaching.
In a video posted on social media on Monday, the Today host said her family in Arizona had reached "an hour of desperation" in its efforts to locate her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Although she did not directly mention the reported deadline, Guthrie said her family remained hopeful and was relying on public support and prayers.
"She was taken and we don’t know where, and we need your help," she said in the video. "No matter where you are, even if you’re far from Tucson, if you see anything, if you hear anything."
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined the search, placing digital billboards in several cities across Texas, California, Arizona and New Mexico. The agency is offering a reward of $50,000 for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery.
Officials said every tip is being reviewed, even as investigators work to separate credible leads from misinformation.
RANSOM CLAIMS DEEPEN FEARS OVER HER SAFETY
Several local news organisations have reported receiving letters in recent days claiming to be from those responsible for the disappearance. At least one letter reportedly demanded money and set deadlines for payment.
While the first deadline passed last week, a second was said to be set for Monday evening.
Law enforcement agencies have not confirmed the authenticity of the letters but said they are treating all information seriously. Authorities are increasingly concerned about Nancy Guthrie’s health. According to dispatcher audio and police records, she requires daily medication and has a pacemaker. She has also dealt with high blood pressure and heart-related issues.
Savannah Guthrie said on Monday that her family continues to believe her mother is alive.
"We believe that somehow, some way, she is feeling these prayers," she said, "and that God is lifting her even in this moment and in this darkest place."
In an earlier video posted over the weekend, she said the family was willing to pay for her mother’s safe return.
INVESTIGATION CENTRED NEAR TUCSON HOME
Investigators believe Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home outside Tucson against her will. She was last seen on January 31 and was reported missing the following day after failing to attend church services.
According to the Associated Press, DNA tests confirmed that blood found on her front porch matched hers. He also said her doorbell camera had been disconnected during the early hours of Sunday morning.
In a statement, the sheriff’s department said: "Investigators have not identified any suspects, persons of interest, or vehicles connected to this case."