Sheriff Warns Nancy Guthrie's Abductor Could 'Absolutely' Strike Again

Authorities believe the suspect 'targeted' the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, but warn no one is safe.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 1:54pm

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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said in a new interview that the suspect involved in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, could 'absolutely' strike again. Nanos warned that 'criminal minds are criminal minds' and that it would be 'silly' to tell people they aren't a potential target of the suspect.

Why it matters

The search for Nancy Guthrie has been ongoing for six weeks, and authorities believe she was 'targeted' by her apparent abductor. The sheriff's warning that the suspect could strike again raises concerns about public safety and the urgency to find the perpetrator.

The details

Nanos said that while authorities believe Nancy was 'targeted,' they are not '100% sure of that.' He added that they remain hopeful that mixed DNA found at Nancy's house will lead them to a suspect. The FBI has released footage of a masked person tampering with Nancy's doorbell camera, but the suspect has not been identified.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on February 1, 2026.
  • The search for Nancy Guthrie has been ongoing for six weeks.

The players

Chris Nanos

The Pima County Sheriff who is leading the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Savannah Guthrie

The 'Today' show host whose mother, Nancy Guthrie, has been missing for six weeks.

Nancy Guthrie

The mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie who has been missing since February 1, 2026.

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What they’re saying

“It'd be silly to tell people, 'Don't worry about it. You're not his target.' You could be.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

“Criminal minds are criminal minds.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

What’s next

The Pima County Sheriff's Department and the FBI continue to search for Nancy Guthrie and investigate the suspect involved in her disappearance. The FBI is offering a $100,000 reward for information that could lead to Nancy's return, while the Guthrie family is offering a $1 million reward.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing threat posed by dangerous criminals who may target individuals for unknown reasons. The sheriff's warning underscores the need for vigilance and cooperation from the public to help authorities locate Nancy Guthrie and prevent the suspect from potentially striking again.