Search for Savannah Guthrie's Mother Continues After Suspected Abduction

Police believe Nancy Guthrie was taken from her Arizona home early Sunday morning.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 1:47pm

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Investigations are ongoing after the mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie disappeared over the weekend in what authorities believe was a possible abduction from her Arizona home. Nancy Guthrie was last seen on Saturday night, and her family reported her missing on Sunday around noon local time. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said investigators processed Nancy Guthrie's home on Sunday and 'saw some things at the home that were concerning to us,' adding that the home is considered a crime scene.

Why it matters

The disappearance of a high-profile television personality's mother has garnered significant media attention and raises concerns about home security and the safety of vulnerable individuals, especially those with physical limitations and medical needs.

The details

Investigators do not believe Nancy Guthrie left her home willingly and that she was abducted in her sleep early Sunday morning. Nancy Guthrie is described as having some physical ailments and limited mobility, but does not have cognitive issues. She takes medication that if she doesn't have in 24 hours, 'it could be fatal,' according to the sheriff. Authorities are reviewing the home's security cameras and have Nancy Guthrie's cell phone, and are focusing on her electronic devices to see if there is data that could point to an assailant or a specific time when the abduction would have occurred.

  • Nancy Guthrie was last seen in the Catalina Foothills area on Saturday night.
  • Her family reported her missing on Sunday around noon local time.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

The host of the Today show, whose mother Nancy Guthrie has gone missing.

Nancy Guthrie

The mother of Savannah Guthrie, who authorities believe was abducted from her Arizona home early Sunday morning.

Chris Nanos

The Pima County Sheriff, who said investigators processed Nancy Guthrie's home and 'saw some things at the home that were concerning to us.'

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What they’re saying

“She did not leave on her own, we know that.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

“Right now, we don't see this as a search mission, as much as we do a crime scene.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

What’s next

Investigators are continuing to process the crime scene and analyze electronic devices and security camera footage for clues that could lead to the whereabouts of Nancy Guthrie.

The takeaway

The disappearance of a high-profile individual's family member highlights the vulnerability of those with physical limitations and the importance of robust home security measures, especially for those who may be at risk of abduction or harm.