FBI 'Not Aware' of Talks Between Guthrie Family and Suspected Kidnappers

Search for Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother Nancy continues into second week

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The search for Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother Nancy Guthrie is in its second week, as local and federal authorities work to uncover a breakthrough in the investigation into her disappearance. An alleged ransom note demanding $6 million in bitcoin was sent to news outlets last week, but the FBI says it is not aware of any continued communication between the Guthrie family and suspected kidnappers.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has garnered national attention and highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in resolving high-profile missing persons cases, especially those potentially involving ransom demands.

The details

Nancy Guthrie was reported missing from her home north of Tucson, Arizona around noon on February 1st. An alleged ransom note threatening her life and demanding $6 million in bitcoin was sent to news outlets, but the FBI says it has not verified the authenticity of the note and is not aware of any continued communication between the Guthrie family and suspected kidnappers. Savannah Guthrie has pleaded with her social media followers for help, asking them to report anything suspicious to law enforcement.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing around noon on February 1, 2026.
  • The alleged ransom note set a deadline of 5 p.m. on Monday, February 10, 2026, which has now passed.
  • Savannah Guthrie released a new Instagram video on Monday, February 10, 2026, pleading for help from her followers.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

The 84-year-old mother of Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing from her home north of Tucson, Arizona.

Savannah Guthrie

The co-anchor of the Today show and daughter of the missing Nancy Guthrie.

Pima County Sheriff's Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

FBI

The federal law enforcement agency assisting in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

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What they’re saying

“We are at an hour of desperation, and we need your help.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Today co-anchor (Instagram video)

What’s next

The Pima County Sheriff's Department and FBI continue to investigate Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, and are encouraging anyone with information to come forward.

The takeaway

This high-profile missing persons case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in resolving kidnapping incidents, especially those involving ransom demands, and the anguish experienced by families of missing loved ones as they await answers and a safe return.