New Communication Received by Tucson News Station in Search for Nancy Guthrie

Local station KOLD 13 News receives a second mysterious message as the investigation into Savannah Guthrie's mother intensifies.

Feb. 7, 2026 at 12:31am

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The investigation into the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie took a chilling turn on Friday, February 6, 2026, as a local television station reported receiving a new message from a sender claiming to have information regarding her whereabouts. KOLD 13 News, a CNN affiliate in Tucson, confirmed the receipt of the communication just as a critical ransom deadline looms.

Why it matters

The new communication adds further complexity to the high-profile case, which has already seen a wave of misinformation and fraudulent ransom demands. The investigation has been complicated by the sensitive nature of the messages and the urgency to locate Nancy Guthrie, who requires daily medication for health issues.

The details

According to KOLD 13 anchor Mary Coleman, the message appears to be a direct response to recent emotional pleas made by the Guthrie family. Unlike the first note received by the station on Monday, which was classified as a formal ransom demand, officials are more cautious regarding this second contact as it does not include any specific deadlines.

  • Nancy Guthrie was last seen on the evening of Saturday, January 31, when family members dropped her off at her home.
  • The home's doorbell camera was disconnected at 1:47 a.m. Sunday.
  • Motion was detected by home software at 2:12 a.m. Sunday, though no video was captured.
  • Nancy's pacemaker app disconnected from her smartphone at 2:28 a.m. Sunday.
  • The first of two deadlines set in the initial ransom notes passed on Thursday evening, with the second deadline set for Monday, February 9.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old woman who was reported missing after failing to appear at her church on Sunday, February 1, 2026.

Savannah Guthrie

The co-host of the Today show and Nancy Guthrie's daughter, who has withdrawn from her planned coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics to remain with her family.

Camron Guthrie

Nancy Guthrie's son, who has joined his sister Savannah in releasing video messages begging for 'proof of life' and asking for a direct line of communication with their mother's captors.

Chris Nanos

The Pima County Sheriff, who has described the case as an 'active crime scene' and emphasized the urgency of the search due to Nancy Guthrie's health issues.

Mary Coleman

The KOLD 13 News anchor who confirmed the receipt of the new communication from the sender claiming to have information about Nancy Guthrie's whereabouts.

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What they’re saying

“The message contains sensitive information but, unlike the first, does not include any specific deadlines.”

— Mary Coleman, KOLD 13 News anchor (CNN)

“The clock is literally ticking. Without those meds, this could be fatal.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff (CNN)

“The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are aware of a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie. Investigators are actively inspecting the information for its authenticity.”

— Pima County Sheriff's Department (CNN)

What’s next

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

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with high-profile missing persons cases, where misinformation and fraudulent demands can complicate the investigation. The urgency to locate Nancy Guthrie and ensure her safety remains the top priority for the Guthrie family and the authorities involved.