Nancy Guthrie Abduction Enters Seventh Day with Major Developments
The mysterious disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC Today co-host Savannah Guthrie, has now stretched into its seventh day as of Saturday, February 7. This high-profile case has seen significant new developments, including the seizure of a vehicle from her home, fresh scrutiny of potential ransom messages, and remarks from President Donald Trump hinting that investigators may be closing in on answers. Authorities strongly believe Guthrie was taken against her will from her Arizona residence sometime between the night of Saturday, January 31, and the early hours of Sunday, February 1. DNA testing has confirmed that blood discovered on her porch belongs to her, adding to the grim evidence that includes a disabled home security system and a severed pacemaker connection.
Police Confiscate SUV from Guthrie's Home
In a dramatic turn of events, law enforcement agents seized a Blue Subaru SUV from the garage of Guthrie's Catalina Foothills home north of Tucson on Friday. This action followed a tip from a neighbor, leading to a massive police presence with over 10 vehicles converging on the property. Investigators conducted a thorough search of the home before a tow truck removed the SUV, which is believed to belong to Guthrie, and transported it to an impound lot near the Pima County Sheriff's Office. Authorities have not yet disclosed the specific reasons for the vehicle's seizure or whether it is directly linked to the suspected abduction, leaving many questions unanswered.
FBI Agents Search Roof and Remove Wired Device
Adding to the investigative intensity, FBI agents were observed scaling Guthrie's home and inspecting the roof. During this operation, they removed what was believed to be a wired camera device. Neighbors reported seeing agents walking around the roof and taking equipment down. Laura Gargano, a neighbor, noted that she had alerted police after noticing the roof appeared unusually clean compared to surrounding homes, raising suspicions about potential tampering or surveillance activities related to the case.
Second Ransom Message Under Investigation
Authorities have confirmed they are examining a second message possibly connected to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. This message was sent to Arizona-based KOLD 13 News at 11:45 a.m. local time on Friday. In a joint statement, officials stated, "The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are aware of a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie. Investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity." KOLD 13 promptly forwarded the message to law enforcement for further analysis, as the search for credible leads continues.
President Trump Hints at Strong Clues in the Case
President Donald Trump offered a glimmer of hope on Friday, February 6, suggesting that investigators may be nearing a breakthrough in the case. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump remarked, "I think we are doing very well. We have some clues that I think are very strong, and I think we could have some answers coming up fairly soon." When pressed on whether authorities had identified a suspect, he responded, "Yeah. Could be definitive," adding that "a lot has taken place in the last couple of hours." His comments have fueled speculation about potential progress in the investigation.
Man Accused of Fake Ransom Texts Appears in Court
In a related development, Derrick Callella, a 42-year-old Los Angeles man, appeared in court accused of attempting to scam the Guthrie family with bogus ransom messages. Prosecutors sharply criticized Callella, describing him as "an opportunist who learned of a family with horrific trauma and saw that as an opportunity for personal gain." He allegedly sent fake ransom texts demanding bitcoin to Guthrie's daughter Annie and son-in-law Tommaso Cioni. Callella has not entered a plea and was released on a $20,000 bond. Federal authorities have stressed that his alleged messages are not connected to earlier ransom demands sent to media outlets seeking millions of dollars for Guthrie's return.
Sheriff Frustrated by Missing Doorbell Footage
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos expressed frustration after learning that Guthrie's doorbell camera could not provide usable footage. The camera was disconnected early on Sunday, and system data recorded movement shortly afterward, but Guthrie did not have an active subscription to access the recordings. Nanos told The Associated Press, "It is concerning, it's actually almost disappointing because you've got your hopes up." This setback has complicated efforts to gather crucial evidence from the scene.
Background and Ongoing Investigation
Nancy Guthrie, who requires daily medication for serious health conditions, was last seen on the evening of Saturday, January 31. Authorities believe she was abducted from her home just outside Tucson. Investigators are also probing purported ransom notes demanding millions of dollars in bitcoin. As of now, no suspects have been formally identified, and officials emphasize that all possibilities—including kidnapping or homicide—remain under active investigation. The case continues to draw national attention as law enforcement works tirelessly to uncover the truth behind her disappearance.
