Nancy Guthrie Update Today — Sunday, March 15, 2026: Week Six, No Arrest, DNA Leads Being Processed
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TODAY show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on February 1, 2026, after she failed to appear at her virtual church service. She was last seen at her home in the Catalina Foothills neighborhood of Tucson, Arizona on January 31. Bloodstains found at the scene were confirmed to be hers, and authorities believe she was abducted.
Where the Investigation Stands Today
As of Sunday, March 15, Nancy Guthrie's condition and whereabouts remain unknown. No suspect has been publicly named, and her relatives have been ruled out as potential suspects. The combined reward for information stands at $1.2 million.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos stated investigators believe they know why Nancy Guthrie's home was targeted, calling the attack deliberate. He declined to rule out the possibility that the kidnapper could strike again, saying: "Don't think for a minute that because it happened to the Guthrie family, you're safe."
DNA Evidence and Key Clues
DNA expert April Stonehouse, a forensics professor at Arizona State University and former government crime lab analyst, said she is hopeful investigators will find usable DNA samples at the home. She noted the surveillance footage showing the suspect not wearing a mask over his mouth and nose is a positive development, as it means he may have left saliva samples inside the home.
A glove containing DNA evidence was recovered approximately two miles from Nancy Guthrie's home. Investigators are also examining whether a Wi-Fi jammer was used during an internet outage that disrupted nearby surveillance cameras around the time of the disappearance on February 1. A damaged utility box near the home is also under investigation, though authorities do not currently believe it is directly connected.
Cadaver dogs are no longer being used in the active search, though the Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed they remain available if needed. Nancy Guthrie's home has been released back to the family and is no longer sealed as a crime scene.
The Suspect Description
The FBI describes the suspect as a male approximately 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall with an average build, last seen wearing a ski mask and carrying a black 25-liter Ozark Trail hiker backpack. No public identification has been made.
Ransom Notes and Cryptocurrency Demands
Multiple ransom notes of undetermined origin demanded payment in cryptocurrency, with two deadlines that had already passed by February 9. The family has not confirmed receiving any proof of life.
Savannah Guthrie's Public Statement
Savannah Guthrie posted a video acknowledging her mother "may already be gone" while pleading for any information about her whereabouts. She and her family are offering $1 million for information leading to Nancy's recovery, with a separate reward of over $200,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
How to Tip Law Enforcement
Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI, the Pima County Sheriff's Department at 520-351-4900, or submit tips at tips.fbi.gov.
