DNA From Glove Found Near Nancy Guthrie's Home Being Analyzed

Authorities continue investigation into the disappearance of the mother of 'TODAY' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Investigators have identified DNA from a glove found near the Tucson, Arizona residence of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of 'TODAY' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who went missing on February 1. The DNA belongs to an unidentified male, and authorities are preparing to enter the profile into the FBI's national database as they continue searching for answers in Guthrie's disappearance.

Why it matters

The discovery of the glove with male DNA provides a potential new lead in the high-profile case, which has involved a ransom demand and extensive search efforts. Guthrie's disappearance has garnered national attention, and any developments could help bring closure for her family and the community.

The details

The black glove, discovered roughly two miles from Guthrie's home, appears similar to one worn by a masked individual captured on her doorbell camera the morning she vanished. Investigators have collected about 16 gloves from the area, but this particular one stood out due to the male DNA found on it. Authorities caution that a match in the system would not automatically solve the case, but it could provide a valuable lead.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on February 1, 2026.
  • The glove containing the male DNA was discovered in the days after Guthrie's disappearance.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

The 84-year-old mother of 'TODAY' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson, Arizona home on February 1, 2026.

Savannah Guthrie

The co-anchor of the 'TODAY' show, whose mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson home.

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What’s next

The DNA profile from the glove is expected to be uploaded into the FBI's Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) for further analysis and comparison.

The takeaway

The discovery of the glove with male DNA provides a potential new lead in the high-profile disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, which has garnered national attention. Authorities continue to search for answers and urge the public to come forward with any information that could help solve the case.