Pima County clears Guthrie family in 84-year-old woman's disappearance

Sheriff says rumors of family involvement were "wrong and cruel"

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Pima County sheriff announced that all siblings and spouses in the Guthrie family have been cleared as possible suspects in the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The sheriff stated that the family has been cooperative and gracious, and are victims in this case.

Why it matters

The Guthrie family had faced rumors and speculation about their potential involvement in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, which the sheriff has now definitively refuted. This helps provide clarity and closure for the family during an already difficult time.

The details

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos issued a statement saying that the entire Guthrie family, including all siblings and their spouses, have been cleared as possible suspects in the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The sheriff said the family has been "nothing but cooperative and gracious" and are considered victims in the case, contradicting previous rumors and speculation about their potential involvement.

  • On Monday, February 16, 2026, Sheriff Nanos issued the statement clearing the Guthrie family.

The players

Chris Nanos

The Pima County sheriff who issued the statement clearing the Guthrie family.

Nancy Guthrie

The 84-year-old woman who has disappeared, and whose family has now been cleared as suspects in the case.

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What they’re saying

“To be clear...the Guthrie family—to include all siblings and spouses—has been cleared as possible suspects in this case. The family has been nothing but cooperative and gracious and are victims in this case.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff (X)

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of avoiding unfounded speculation and rumors, especially when it comes to sensitive missing persons investigations. The sheriff's clear statement exonerating the Guthrie family is an important step in providing them with some measure of relief during this difficult time.