Authorities Clarify No Arrests Made in Nancy Guthrie Missing Case

Social media rumors about Dominic Evans and his mother being detained unfounded, police say

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Recent social media speculation about the arrest of Dominic Evans, a musician linked to the Guthrie family, and his mother in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, has been debunked by official statements from authorities. The Pima County Sheriff's Office confirmed that no such arrests have been made, highlighting the dangers of misinformation in high-profile investigations.

Why it matters

The Nancy Guthrie disappearance case has generated significant public interest and social media attention, leading to the rapid spread of unverified rumors that could potentially hinder the ongoing investigation. This incident underscores the importance of relying on official sources and refraining from spreading unconfirmed details, which can delay the progress of real leads.

The details

On February 13, 2026, a Pima County SWAT team executed a search warrant at a residence near East Orange Grove Road and North First Avenue in Tucson, detaining three individuals—two men and one woman—based on a received tip. However, the detainees were released without charges shortly after, as confirmed by local authorities, who stressed that such actions are standard procedure. Dominic Evans, a former bandmate of Tommaso Cioni (husband of Nancy's daughter Annie Guthrie), has drawn online scrutiny due to his Arizona residence near the crime scene and vague similarities to the masked figure in FBI-released images, but law enforcement has not identified him or his family as persons of interest.

  • Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old resident of Tucson, Arizona, went missing from her home on February 1, 2026.
  • On February 13, 2026, a Pima County SWAT team executed a search warrant at a residence near East Orange Grove Road and North First Avenue in Tucson.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old resident of Tucson, Arizona, who went missing from her home on February 1, 2026.

Savannah Guthrie

The daughter of Nancy Guthrie and a host on the Today Show.

Dominic Evans

A musician who was a former bandmate of Tommaso Cioni, the husband of Nancy Guthrie's daughter Annie Guthrie. Evans has drawn online scrutiny due to his proximity to the crime scene, but authorities have not identified him as a person of interest.

Tommaso Cioni

The husband of Nancy Guthrie's daughter Annie Guthrie, and the last person to see Nancy after dropping her off at her home.

Pima County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.

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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)

The takeaway

This incident exemplifies how social media can pressure investigations prematurely. Until official arrests or charges emerge, rumors like those about Dominic Evans and his mom should be treated skeptically. The public is encouraged to submit credible tips to authorities to aid in safely locating Nancy Guthrie.