Possible New Evidence Found in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping

Investigators discover suspicious items near victim's home as search continues

Feb. 11, 2026 at 10:31pm

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Investigators in Tucson, Arizona may have uncovered new evidence related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie. Footage from Guthrie's doorbell camera captured a person in gloves and a ski mask breaking into her home, and a black glove was later discovered near the residence, which a former NYPD hostage negotiator described as an "unbelievable piece of evidence" that could help crack the case.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a high-profile figure as the mother of a national news anchor, has garnered significant media attention and public interest. Any new evidence could provide crucial leads for investigators working to determine what happened to Guthrie and locate her whereabouts.

The details

Tucson police have not released information about a suspect or person of interest in Guthrie's disappearance, which occurred 11 days ago from her home. The new evidence includes video footage from Guthrie's doorbell camera showing an individual in gloves and a ski mask breaking into her home, as well as the discovery of a black glove near the residence. A former NYPD hostage negotiator stated that the glove could be an "unbelievable piece of evidence" that may help investigators determine the perpetrator's identity.

  • Nancy Guthrie disappeared from her home in Tucson, Arizona 11 days ago.
  • On Tuesday, Guthrie's doorbell camera captured footage of a person in gloves and a ski mask breaking into her home.
  • On Wednesday, a black glove was discovered near Guthrie's home.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

The mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, who disappeared from her home in Tucson, Arizona 11 days ago.

Savannah Guthrie

The co-host of the "Today" show, whose mother Nancy Guthrie has been missing for 11 days.

Wallace Zeins

A former NYPD hostage negotiator who described the discovery of the black glove near Nancy Guthrie's home as an "unbelievable piece of evidence" that could help investigators.

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What they’re saying

“They may not have the perp on this one, but they will find out where that glove came from.”

— Wallace Zeins, Former NYPD Hostage Negotiator (CNN)

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.