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New Message Received in Nancy Guthrie Abduction Case
Authorities investigating second note from alleged captors with 'sensitive information'
Feb. 7, 2026 at 5:15am
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Authorities are investigating a new message believed to have been sent from Nancy Guthrie's alleged captors. The note, which was shorter than the initial ransom note, did not include a deadline but reportedly contained sensitive information that prompted officers to return to Nancy's home. The FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information as the search for the missing 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie's daughter continues.
Why it matters
The new message from the alleged captors adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Authorities are working to verify the authenticity of the note and determine if it provides any new leads that could help locate Nancy, who has been missing since January 31.
The details
The new message was received by Arizona-based CNN affiliate KOLD 13 News and contained information that seemed to suggest it was from the same individuals who sent the initial ransom note. However, the IP address used to send the message was different from the first note. Investigators are now analyzing the contents of the new message for any clues that could aid in the search for Nancy.
- Nancy Guthrie was last seen on the night of January 31 and was reported missing on February 1.
- The initial ransom note sent to TMZ included two deadlines, the first of which has already passed.
- The second deadline set by the alleged captors is February 9.
The players
Nancy Guthrie
The missing daughter of 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie.
Savannah Guthrie
The host of the 'Today' show and Nancy Guthrie's mother.
Mary Coleman
An anchor for Arizona-based CNN affiliate KOLD 13 News who reported on the new message received by the station.
Pima County Sheriff's Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the Nancy Guthrie abduction case.
FBI
The federal law enforcement agency offering a $50,000 reward for information related to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
What they’re saying
“KOLD has received a new message via email tied to the Guthrie case. The FBI is currently reviewing it. That is all we can say right now.”
— Mary Coleman, Anchor, KOLD 13 News
“Some additional details we can release: 13 News received the new note this morning. We sent the IP address where the note came from to law enforcement. It is NOT the same IP address as the initial note, but it appears the sender used the same type of secure server to hide their IP address.”
— Mary Coleman, Anchor, KOLD 13 News
“The new note contains something the senders seem to think will prove to investigators they're the same people who sent the first note.”
— Mary Coleman, Anchor, KOLD 13 News
What’s next
The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are actively investigating the new message for its authenticity and any potential leads it may provide in the search for Nancy Guthrie.
The takeaway
The ongoing investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance has taken another unexpected turn with the discovery of a second message from the alleged captors. Authorities are working to verify the contents of the note and determine if it offers any new clues that could aid in locating the missing woman. The case continues to captivate the public as the search for Nancy Guthrie intensifies.
