In a heartbreaking development that has captured national attention, Savannah Guthrie of NBC's 'Today Show' along with her siblings Camron and Annie have released an emotional video appeal, desperately seeking information about their missing 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. The family's raw plea comes as authorities investigate what appears to be a possible abduction from Nancy's Tucson home on February 1.
A Family's Heartbreaking Appeal
Through visibly trembling emotions, Savannah Guthrie shared the family's anguish on Instagram, stating, "Our mom is our heart and our home." She emphasized the urgency of the situation, revealing her mother's fragile health condition. "Her health, her heart is fragile. She lives in constant pain. She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive. She needs it not to suffer."
The television personality addressed the disturbing reports about ransom notes that have surfaced in media coverage of her mother's disappearance. "We too have heard the reports about a ransom letter in the media," Savannah stated directly. "As a family, we are doing everything that we can. We are ready to talk. However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her."
Siblings United in Grief
Annie Guthrie, holding a handwritten letter during the emotional video, added her own poignant message about their missing mother. "The light is missing from our lives. Nancy is our mother. She is our beacon," she read from the letter. "She holds fast to joy in all of life's circumstances. She chooses joy day after day, despite having already passed through great trials of pain and grief."
Annie concluded with a simple yet powerful statement that resonates with anyone who has experienced family separation: "We are always going to be merely human, just normal human people who need our mom. Mama, if you're listening, we need you to come home. We miss you."
The Disappearance Timeline
Nancy Guthrie, mother to Savannah, Annie, and Camron, was last seen at her Tucson residence around 9:30 p.m. on January 31. When she failed to appear for church services the following day, her children immediately grew concerned. After conducting an hour-long search of her home, they contacted law enforcement authorities.
On February 2, Savannah broke her public silence regarding her mother's disappearance, expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support. "On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and messages of support," she stated in an official message to NBC. "Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear Nancy."
She also acknowledged law enforcement efforts, encouraging anyone with information to contact the Pima County Sheriff's Department directly.
Law Enforcement Investigation Intensifies
The Pima County Sheriff's Office has declared Nancy Guthrie's Tucson home an official crime scene, with investigators collecting DNA evidence and other forensic materials. Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed during a February 2 press conference that the circumstances suggest foul play. "We believe now, after we processed that crime scene, that we do, in fact, have a crime scene," Nanos stated.
The sheriff made a direct appeal to the community for assistance, noting, "We're asking the community's help. This community has always stepped up to help us solve some pretty tough crimes. I'm looking for that again."
Nanos provided crucial insight into the investigation's direction, confirming, "We know she didn't just walk out of there, that we know." He added, "There are other things at the site, at the scene, that indicate there was a—she did not leave on our own."
Unusual Investigative Response
The sheriff acknowledged the unusual nature of the law enforcement response to this case. "You don't typically get the sheriff out at a scene like this, but it's very concerning what we're learning from the house," Nanos explained. "This one stood out because of what was described to us at the scene and what we found and located just in looking at the scene."
He further clarified, "It's not standard. Typically, our homicide team comes out when we have a homicide, a body. This one was done simply because of what the surveyors were telling us."
Current Investigation Status
In a February 4 update provided via social media, Sheriff Nanos revealed that investigators have not yet identified any suspects or persons of interest in the case. "At this point, investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest," he confirmed. "Detectives continue to speak with anyone who may have had contact with Mrs. Guthrie."
The investigation remains active and ongoing, with authorities pursuing multiple leads while the Guthrie family continues their public appeals for their mother's safe return. The case has drawn significant media attention due to Savannah Guthrie's high-profile status and the disturbing circumstances surrounding an elderly woman's disappearance from her own home.
