Savannah Guthrie's Family Cleared in Nancy Guthrie Investigation

Pima County Sheriff shuts down speculation about Guthrie family's involvement in mother's disappearance.

Feb. 18, 2026 at 6:39pm

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The Pima County Sheriff's Office has publicly cleared Savannah Guthrie, her siblings, and their spouses as suspects in the disappearance of Savannah's mother, Nancy Guthrie. The statement comes after reports that Savannah's brother-in-law was considered a prime suspect, which the sheriff's office has now refuted. Authorities continue to investigate new evidence, including a glove found near Nancy's home that contained unknown male DNA.

Why it matters

The Guthrie family has been under intense media scrutiny since Nancy's disappearance, with online speculation and reports suggesting a family member may have been involved. The sheriff's office statement aims to shut down these rumors and protect the family, who they say have been 'nothing but cooperative and gracious' throughout the investigation.

The details

In a statement, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said the Guthrie family, 'to include all siblings and spouses,' has been cleared as possible suspects. The sheriff's office is now investigating new evidence, including a glove found near Nancy's home that contained unknown male DNA. Authorities have not named any persons of interest in the case and continue to urge the public to come forward with any tips related to Nancy's disappearance.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on February 1 after being seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona, the night prior.
  • On February 16, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos released a statement clearing the Guthrie family as suspects.
  • On February 17, a report aired on the 'Today' show indicating that a glove found near Nancy's home contained unknown male DNA.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

The daughter of Nancy Guthrie and a prominent television journalist.

Chris Nanos

The Pima County Sheriff who publicly cleared the Guthrie family as suspects in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Tommaso Cioni

Savannah Guthrie's brother-in-law, who was previously reported to be a 'prime suspect' in the investigation, according to a former CNN and NewsNation journalist.

Nancy Guthrie

The mother of Savannah Guthrie who went missing on February 1 from her home in Tucson, Arizona.

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What they’re saying

“To be clear…the Guthrie family – to include all siblings and spouses – has been cleared as possible suspects in this case. The family has been nothing but cooperative and gracious and are victims in this case.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

“To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel. The Guthrie family are victims plain and simple…please, I'm begging you the media to honor your profession and report with some sense of compassion and professionalism.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

What’s next

Authorities continue to investigate new evidence, including a glove found near Nancy's home that contained unknown male DNA. They have not named any persons of interest in the case and are urging the public to come forward with any tips.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of responsible reporting and avoiding unfounded speculation, especially when it comes to sensitive missing persons investigations involving victims' families. The Pima County Sheriff's statement underscores the need for compassion and professionalism in how the media covers such tragic events.