Authorities Investigate New Message in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance

Ransom note deadline passes as FBI and sheriff's deputies return to missing woman's home

Feb. 7, 2026 at 11:15pm

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Authorities in Tucson, Arizona are investigating a new message related to the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who was reported missing from her home on February 1, 2026. The message was received by a local news station on Friday, just as the first deadline in an alleged ransom note passed. FBI agents and Pima County Sheriff's deputies have returned to Guthrie's home as the investigation continues.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie, has garnered national attention. Authorities are working to determine the authenticity and origin of the new message, which could provide critical clues about her whereabouts and the motives of those responsible for her abduction.

The details

According to reports, the new message was received by a local Tucson news station on Friday morning. While authorities have not disclosed the contents of the message, they have confirmed it was sent from a different IP address than the initial ransom note received earlier this week. The note appears to have been sent using a secure server to conceal the sender's identity. Investigators are now working to verify the authenticity of the message and determine if it is connected to the same individuals behind the initial ransom demand.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing from her Tucson home on February 1, 2026.
  • The first deadline in an alleged ransom note passed on Thursday afternoon.
  • The new message was received by a local news station on Friday morning.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old woman who was reported missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona on February 1, 2026.

Savannah Guthrie

The co-host of NBC's "Today" show and Nancy Guthrie's daughter.

Pima County Sheriff's Department

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

FBI

The federal law enforcement agency assisting the Pima County Sheriff's Department with the investigation.

Tucson News Station

The local news outlet that received the new message related to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

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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.