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Search for 'Today' Host Savannah Guthrie's Mother Continues After Suspected Abduction
Pima County Sheriff's Department believes Nancy Guthrie was taken from her Arizona home early Sunday morning.
Feb. 3, 2026 at 12:31pm
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The Pima County Sheriff's Department announced that the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie has gone missing in Arizona, and authorities suspect she was abducted from her home early Sunday morning. Nancy Guthrie was last seen on Saturday night, and her family reported her missing around noon on Sunday. Investigators believe she did not leave her home willingly, and they are processing the home as a crime scene.
Why it matters
The disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother has garnered national attention, as the 'Today' show host is a prominent figure in the media industry. The suspected abduction also raises concerns about home security and the safety of vulnerable individuals, especially those with limited mobility and medical needs.
The details
According to the Pima County Sheriff's Department, Nancy Guthrie was last seen in the Catalina Foothills area on Saturday night. Her family reported her missing on Sunday around noon local time. Investigators believe she was abducted from her home early Sunday morning, as they have found concerning evidence at the scene. Nancy Guthrie has some physical ailments and limited mobility, but no cognitive issues. She takes medication that, if not taken within 24 hours, could be fatal. Authorities are reviewing the home's security cameras and Nancy Guthrie's cell phone for any clues that could lead to the perpetrator.
- Nancy Guthrie was last seen on Saturday night in the Catalina Foothills area.
- Her family reported her missing on Sunday around noon local time.
- Investigators believe she was abducted from her home early Sunday morning.
The players
Savannah Guthrie
The host of the 'Today' show and the daughter of the missing woman, Nancy Guthrie.
Nancy Guthrie
The mother of Savannah Guthrie, who has gone missing and is suspected to have been abducted from her Arizona home.
Chris Nanos
The Pima County Sheriff, who is leading the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
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 Nancy Guthrie's electronic devices and the home's security footage for any clues that could lead to the perpetrator.
The takeaway
The disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother has raised concerns about home security and the safety of vulnerable individuals, particularly those with limited mobility and medical needs. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to uncover the circumstances surrounding Nancy Guthrie's suspected abduction.
