Biological Evidence Found at Missing Arizona Woman's Home

Investigators analyzing DNA profiles as search continues for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie

Feb. 22, 2026 at 11:15pm

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Authorities have found "biological evidence" at the Catalina Foothills home of Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old woman who has been missing for 18 days after being taken from her residence on February 1. The Pima County Sheriff's Department is currently analyzing DNA profiles found at the scene, though they have not released further details about the evidence. The search for Guthrie, the mother of journalist Savannah Guthrie, is ongoing.

Why it matters

The discovery of biological evidence at Guthrie's home suggests foul play may have been involved in her disappearance, heightening concerns about her safety and well-being. The case has garnered significant public attention, with a $102,500 reward now being offered through the 88-CRIME program in addition to a $100,000 FBI reward.

The details

Investigators are currently analyzing the biological evidence found at Nancy Guthrie's residence, though they have not disclosed the specific nature or number of DNA profiles recovered. The sheriff's department is not confirming or releasing details about their work with Mexican authorities, use of polygraph tests, video surveillance, or financial analysis as part of the active investigation.

  • Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing for 18 days after she was taken from her Catalina Foothills home on February 1.
  • On February 18, the Pima County Sheriff's Department released information about "biological evidence" being found at the scene of Guthrie's disappearance.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old woman who has been missing for 18 days after being taken from her Catalina Foothills, Arizona home.

Pima County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and analyzing biological evidence found at her residence.

Savannah Guthrie

The daughter of missing woman Nancy Guthrie, who is a journalist and television host.

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What they’re saying

“Investigators are currently analyzing biological evidence found at Nancy Guthrie's residence. DNA profiles are currently under lab analysis. The number of profiles, and other related details remain part of the active investigation. No further information will be released at this time.”

— Pima County Sheriff's Department

“88-CRIME received an anonymous donation today of $100,000, allowing the program to increase the reward for this case to $102,500. 88-Crime's Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17J2XNgShj/ This is in addition to the $100,000 FBI reward being offered.”

— Pima County Sheriff's Department

What’s next

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

The takeaway

This case highlights the urgent need to find Nancy Guthrie and determine what happened to her, as the discovery of biological evidence at her home raises serious concerns about her safety. The significant rewards being offered demonstrate the high-profile nature of this disappearance and the community's desire to assist in the investigation.