FBI Increases Reward for Missing 'Today' Show Host's Mother

Investigators release new details about suspect seen on Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera before her abduction.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The FBI has increased its reward to $100,000 for information leading to the location of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing on January 31. Investigators have provided new details about a suspect seen on Guthrie's doorbell camera before her disappearance, describing him as a man of average build wearing a ski mask and carrying an Ozark Trail Hiker Pack.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a high-profile figure as the mother of a national news anchor, has garnered significant media attention and public interest. The increased reward and new details about the suspect suggest investigators are intensifying their efforts to find Guthrie and identify those responsible for her abduction.

The details

According to the FBI, the suspect seen on Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera is a man of average build, approximately 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall, wearing a full-face ski mask. The FBI also stated that the man was carrying an Ozark Trail Hiker Pack. Investigators have conducted a 'forensic analysis' of the doorbell footage to obtain these new identifying details about the suspect.

  • Nancy Guthrie went missing overnight on January 31 after having dinner with her daughter and son-in-law.
  • The FBI increased its reward to $100,000 on February 12, 2026, two weeks after Guthrie's disappearance.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

The 84-year-old mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing on January 31.

Savannah Guthrie

The host of the 'Today' show, who is the daughter of the missing Nancy Guthrie.

FBI

The federal law enforcement agency leading the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Pima County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that is the lead agency in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Chris Nanos

The sheriff of Pima County, Arizona, who has disputed media reports that his agency is withholding investigative information from the FBI.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.