FBI receives over 20,000 tips in Nancy Guthrie disappearance case

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The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today" anchor Savannah Guthrie, is in its third week. The FBI has received over 20,000 tips related to her disappearance, and the reward for finding her has doubled to more than $200,000 after an anonymous donation. Authorities are working under the assumption that Guthrie was taken against her will from her Tucson home on the night of January 31 or the following morning.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a high-profile figure as the mother of a national news anchor, has garnered significant public attention and concern. The large number of tips received by the FBI suggests the case has resonated with the community, and the increased reward money may help incentivize people with information to come forward.

The details

Investigators have identified a Walmart-sold Ozark backpack as a key piece of evidence, and are working to determine the origin of other items captured on Guthrie's home security camera. Gloves found 2 miles from her residence did not match DNA evidence in the FBI's database, but authorities are continuing to analyze DNA found at the crime scene.

• The search for Nancy Guthrie is in its third week.
• Guthrie was last seen on the night of January 31 when she was dropped off at her Tucson home.
• On Thursday, the FBI announced it has received more than 20,000 tips related to Guthrie's disappearance.
• Earlier this week, an anonymous person donated to the reward fund, doubling the amount to over $200,000.

What’s next

Authorities are continuing their analysis of DNA found at Guthrie's residence and are working to determine the origin of other items captured on her home security camera.