During a briefing on Thursday, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos outlined a preliminary timeline. According to the sheriff, a doorbell camera at the property was disabled at about 1:45 a.m. Sunday. Roughly 45 minutes later, data from the octogenarian’s pacemaker indicated the device had lost its connection with her mobile phone. Deputies also discovered traces of Nancy Guthrie’s blood on the front porch of the home.
Despite those findings, Nanos told reporters no suspect or person of interest has been identified. “Right now, we believe Nancy is still out there,” he said. “We want her home.”
Reward and Previous Ransom Notes
The FBI, which officially joined the investigation on Thursday, has offered a $50,000 reward for information that leads to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery or to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance. Authorities have asked anyone with knowledge of the case to call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
Before the most recent communication, investigators had been studying several earlier ransom notes delivered to both local and national media outlets. An FBI spokesperson said those letters are being analyzed for forensic and linguistic clues. Whether the latest message is connected to the previous writings remains under review.
Additional background on federal missing-person procedures can be found on the official FBI website.
Family Appeals for Contact
The Guthrie family has maintained a steady public appeal since Nancy Guthrie was reported missing. In a social-media video posted earlier this week, Savannah Guthrie, joined by her siblings, urged anyone responsible for their mother’s disappearance to get in touch. “We will not rest,” she said in the clip, asking viewers to share any information that might aid the investigation.
On Thursday, Savannah’s brother, Camron Guthrie, released another video message aimed directly at potential abductors. “Whoever is out there holding our mother, we want to hear from you,” he said, explaining that the family has received no direct communication. “We need a way to communicate with you so we can move forward.”
Coordinated Law-Enforcement Effort
Agents from the FBI’s Phoenix Field Office and detectives from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department are coordinating investigative tasks, including canvassing the neighborhood, conducting forensic examinations of electronic devices, and reviewing surveillance footage from adjacent properties. Specialized search teams have combed the desert terrain surrounding the Catalina Foothills in an effort to locate any physical evidence or indications of where Nancy Guthrie may have been taken.
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Investigators are also exploring the possibility that disabling the home’s doorbell camera and disconnecting the pacemaker app were deliberate steps intended to hinder tracking or monitoring efforts. Technicians are working to retrieve data from the devices for any residual information that could narrow the timeline or identify a perpetrator.
Community Support and Public Assistance
The disappearance has drawn considerable public attention, in part because of Savannah Guthrie’s high-profile role on network television. Faith leaders from the family’s church have organized nightly prayer vigils, while local volunteers have distributed flyers and coordinated tip lines. The reward announcement by the FBI has prompted an influx of calls, but investigators caution that each lead must be vetted for accuracy.
Authorities emphasize that, although the new message is a promising development, it represents only one aspect of an extensive probe. Detectives continue to analyze digital evidence, interview neighbors, and cross-check any reports of suspicious activity in the broader Tucson area during the relevant timeframe.
What Comes Next
For now, officials say the immediate priority is to confirm whether the latest message was sent by someone with direct knowledge of the abduction. Should the note prove authentic, negotiators and investigators will follow established protocols to facilitate safe communication while preserving the integrity of the criminal investigation.
The public is urged to report any detail—however minor—that could assist the search, whether it involves sightings of unfamiliar vehicles, unusual late-night activity near the Guthrie residence, or information shared casually in conversation. Calls can be placed to the FBI tip line or to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
Nancy Guthrie is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 130 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing a navy sweater, khaki slacks, and low-heeled shoes. Anyone who believes they have seen her or possesses relevant information should immediately contact law enforcement.
The investigation remains active and fluid. Authorities plan to release additional updates as soon as verifiable information becomes available.
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