Investigators Continue Search Nearly 3 Weeks After Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance

FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Office remain committed to finding the missing woman from Tucson, Arizona.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 12:08pm

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As the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie nears the end of three weeks, the FBI is continuing to press forward with an analysis of cell phone data, video, and interviews. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said investigators are getting closer to identifying some of the articles of clothing worn by the masked man captured on Guthrie's security camera, and they are also visiting gun stores to ask about the holster and firearm he appeared to be carrying. The department is awaiting an analysis from partial DNA found at Guthrie's home. Nanos assured the family that they "are not quitting" and will find her.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of 'TODAY' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has garnered national attention and raised concerns about public safety in the Tucson area. Investigators are working tirelessly to uncover any leads that could help locate Guthrie and bring closure to her family.

The details

The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Office have set up a command post and are rotating personnel to keep "fresh eyes" on the case. They are analyzing cell phone data, video footage, and conducting interviews in an effort to identify the masked suspect seen on Guthrie's security camera. Investigators are also trying to determine the make and model of the firearm the suspect was carrying, as well as the type of holster he was wearing.

  • The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is nearing the end of 3 weeks.
  • Guthrie was last seen on the evening of January 31, when she was dropped off at home shortly before 10 p.m.
  • Her doorbell camera disconnected at 1:47 a.m. on February 1, and her pacemaker disconnected from her phone less than an hour later.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

The missing woman whose disappearance is the focus of the investigation.

Savannah Guthrie

The 'TODAY' co-anchor and daughter of Nancy Guthrie.

Chris Nanos

The Pima County Sheriff who is leading the investigation and assuring the Guthrie family that they will not stop searching for Nancy.

FBI

The federal law enforcement agency that is assisting the Pima County Sheriff's Office in the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“We're not quitting. We'll find her.”

— Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff

What’s next

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

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to locate Nancy Guthrie and the determination of the Pima County Sheriff's Office and the FBI to pursue all leads, no matter how challenging, in order to bring closure to her family.