New DNA Samples Collected from Nancy Guthrie's Home in Ongoing Investigation

Authorities say the samples are not from the missing 84-year-old or anyone in close contact with her.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Pima County Sheriff's Department has updated its investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a Tucson-area resident who went missing on January 31. Authorities revealed that new DNA samples have been collected from Guthrie's home and sent for testing, though they did not disclose the specific location of where the samples were found. No suspects have been ruled out, and several gloves have been discovered during the ongoing investigation, with the closest being found around 2 miles from the crime scene.

Why it matters

The collection of new DNA evidence from Guthrie's home suggests investigators are pursuing additional leads in the case, which has garnered national attention and a $100,000 reward from the FBI. The disappearance of the 84-year-old woman has raised concerns in the Tucson community, and authorities are working to provide updates and reassure the public that the investigation remains active.

The details

Authorities reiterated that no one has been ruled out as a suspect, and no suspect vehicle has been identified. The PCSD also confirmed that several gloves have been found during its ongoing investigation, with the closest being found around 2 miles from the crime scene. Investigators are still following up on leads and the new description of the suspect released by the FBI remains the focus.

  • Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her Tucson-area home in the Catalina Foothills on January 31.
  • Guthrie was reported missing the next day when she didn't show up for church.
  • On Thursday, the FBI released new details about the person seen in surveillance video at the Guthrie home and increased the reward in the case to $100,000.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old Tucson-area resident who went missing on January 31.

Pima County Sheriff's Department

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

FBI

The federal agency assisting the local investigation and offering a $100,000 reward for information.

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What they’re saying

“We are not disclosing where that DNA was located.”

— Pima County Sheriff's Department (atlantanewsfirst.com)

What’s next

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

The takeaway

The collection of new DNA evidence from Guthrie's home underscores the ongoing efforts by authorities to uncover any potential leads in this high-profile missing persons case. While no suspects have been named, the investigation remains active, and the community is urged to continue providing any information that could aid in locating the 84-year-old woman.