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Tucson, Arizona – A road near the home of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-aged mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was sealed off overnight as law enforcement continues its investigation into her disappearance. The activity, which included a parade of sheriff’s and FBI vehicles – including forensics units – took place approximately 3 kilometers from Guthrie’s residence, signaling a significant escalation in the search efforts.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the road closure and the presence of law enforcement, stating the activity was directly related to the Guthrie case. However, at the request of the FBI, officials are limiting the release of further details to the public. This heightened level of secrecy underscores the sensitivity of the ongoing investigation as authorities work to locate Guthrie, who has been missing since February 1.
Adding to the intensity of the search, authorities too tagged and towed a Range Rover SUV from the parking lot of a Culver’s restaurant located just over 2 miles from Guthrie’s home. The connection between the vehicle and the abduction remains unclear, but its removal suggests it may hold crucial evidence. The FBI has been actively analyzing surveillance footage and has received over 13,000 tips from the public since the case began, according to reports. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has received at least 18,000 calls related to the case.
Nancy Guthrie was last seen on the evening of January 31 after being dropped off at her home by family members. She was reported missing the following day when she failed to attend a scheduled virtual church service. Authorities discovered blood on the front porch of her Tucson-area home, and subsequent reports indicated that purported ransom notes were sent to news outlets, though two deadlines for payment have passed without further incident.
Concerns for Guthrie’s Health
Investigators are increasingly concerned for Guthrie’s well-being, as she requires daily medication. According to sheriff’s dispatcher audio obtained from broadcastify.com, Guthrie has a pacemaker and has previously dealt with high blood pressure and heart issues. This underscores the urgency of the search, as her health could be rapidly deteriorating without access to necessary medical care.
On Tuesday, the FBI released footage from a doorbell camera showing an armed, masked individual at Guthrie’s doorstep on the night she disappeared. The video, less than a minute in length, provided the first visual glimpse of a potential suspect and has become a focal point of the investigation. Experts believe the footage could contain a wealth of clues, and the FBI has been meticulously analyzing it for identifying details.
The FBI has described the suspect as a male between 5’9” and 5’10” tall with an average build. He was wearing a black, 25-liter Ozark Trail Hiker Pack backpack. Authorities have also recovered a pair of black gloves during the search, according to CBS News. The BBC and NBC News both reported on these details.
Investigation Intensifies, Road Closure Signals New Lead
The decision to seal off the road near Guthrie’s home suggests investigators may have identified a new lead or are focusing their search on a specific area. While the FBI is remaining tight-lipped about the specifics, the coordinated effort between the FBI and the Pima County Sheriff’s Department indicates a significant development in the case. The focus on the Range Rover SUV further suggests investigators are exploring all possible avenues, including potential vehicles used in the abduction.
The investigation is complicated by the lack of concrete information and the potential for misinformation. Authorities are urging anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward. The FBI has doubled the reward for information leading to Guthrie’s safe return to $100,000, hoping to incentivize individuals with crucial details to cooperate.
As the search continues, the community remains hopeful for Nancy Guthrie’s safe return. The ongoing investigation highlights the dedication of law enforcement and the unwavering support of the public in bringing her home. The next steps in the investigation will likely involve continued forensic analysis of evidence, further interviews with potential witnesses, and a continued review of surveillance footage.
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