The search for the missing mother of
Savannah Guthrie has intensified after Arizona authorities disclosed new details about the final hours before her disappearance, including confirmation that Guthrie’s sister was the last known person to see her.
According to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie, was last seen at her residence in the Tucson area, where she lived alone. Law enforcement officials said one of her daughters visited her at home earlier that evening, marking the final confirmed sighting before she vanished.
Last Known Contact Raises Questions
Sheriff’s officials stated that the visit by Guthrie’s sister appeared routine and gave no indication that anything was wrong at the time. Investigators emphasized that the family member’s cooperation has been complete and that there is no suggestion of wrongdoing connected to the visit.
After that evening, however, Nancy Guthrie failed to respond to calls and did not attend previously planned engagements, prompting family members to alert authorities. Deputies later conducted a welfare check at her home, where they found circumstances that raised concern.
Home Declared a Crime Scene
The sheriff confirmed that the residence was declared a crime scene as part of the investigation. While officials have not publicly detailed the specific evidence found inside the home, they said it was enough to warrant a full criminal investigation rather than treating the case as a missing-person incident alone.
Investigators have stressed that declaring a crime scene does not automatically indicate foul play, but allows law enforcement to preserve evidence and conduct a thorough forensic review.
Search and rescue teams, homicide detectives, and crime scene specialists have all been involved in the case as authorities work to determine what happened after Nancy Guthrie was last seen.
Health Concerns Heighten Urgency
Law enforcement officials have acknowledged that Nancy Guthrie has medical needs that make the case particularly urgent. Authorities said essential personal items, including medication, were left behind at the residence, raising concern about her ability to care for herself if she left the home unexpectedly.
Officials also noted that she had no known history of cognitive impairment, which makes a voluntary disappearance or accidental wandering less likely, though investigators have not ruled out any possibilities.
Family Requests Privacy and Support
Savannah Guthrie has temporarily stepped away from her role as co-anchor of
NBC’s Today show as her family focuses on the search. In a brief statement released through the network, the family thanked law enforcement and the public for their support and asked for privacy during what they described as a deeply distressing time.
Authorities confirmed that family members are working closely with investigators and remain hopeful for answers.
Public Assistance Sought
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has asked residents in the surrounding area to review home surveillance footage, doorbell camera recordings, and any other video that may show unusual activity near the home during the relevant time period.
Investigators are particularly interested in any sightings of unfamiliar vehicles or individuals in the neighborhood overnight or in the early morning hours following the last confirmed visit.
Officials emphasized that even details that may seem insignificant could prove critical as the timeline is reconstructed.
Ongoing Investigation
As of the latest update, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Authorities continue to follow multiple investigative leads while expanding search efforts in nearby areas.
The sheriff reiterated that the case remains active and fluid, urging anyone with information to contact law enforcement immediately. “We are treating this matter with the seriousness it deserves,” the sheriff said, adding that the department’s priority is locating Nancy Guthrie and determining what occurred.
A Case Drawing National Attention
The disappearance has drawn widespread attention due to Savannah Guthrie’s public profile, but law enforcement officials have stressed that the case is being handled with the same rigor and care as any other investigation involving a missing adult.
Authorities have pledged to provide updates as new information becomes available, while continuing to ask for the public’s help.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department or local law enforcement.
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