Milwaukee Attorney Offers $100K Reward in Search for Missing Arizona Grandmother

The mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie has been missing since January 31.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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A Milwaukee personal injury lawyer, Michael Hupey, has offered a $100,000 reward through Crime Stoppers for information leading to the arrest of those involved in the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie. Guthrie went missing from her Catalina Foothills home in Arizona on January 31, and the FBI has also offered a $100,000 reward for information in the case.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a prominent public figure's elderly mother, has garnered national attention and raised concerns about her safety and the progress of the investigation. Hupey's offer of a substantial reward through an anonymous tip line aims to incentivize potential witnesses to come forward with information that could help locate Guthrie and identify any suspects.

The details

According to reports, Guthrie was last seen on January 31 after family members dropped her off at her home in the Catalina Foothills area of Tucson, Arizona. She failed to show up for church the next day, prompting her family to report her missing. The FBI has released details about an armed suspect spotted on Guthrie's doorbell camera, describing him as standing between 5'9" and 5'10" with a medium build, wearing black gloves, a mask, and a black Ozark Trail backpack sold exclusively at Walmart.

  • Nancy Guthrie was last seen on January 31, 2026.
  • She was reported missing the following day, February 1, 2026, when she failed to show up for church.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old grandmother who went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona on January 31, 2026. She is the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie.

Michael Hupey

A Milwaukee personal injury lawyer who has offered a $100,000 reward through Crime Stoppers for information leading to the arrest of those involved in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Savannah Guthrie

The host of the 'Today' show and Nancy Guthrie's daughter, who has been actively posting on social media to plead for information about her mother's safe return.

FBI

The federal law enforcement agency that has also offered a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

Pima County Sheriff's Department

The local law enforcement agency in Tucson, Arizona that is assisting in the investigation and has set up a tip line for the public to provide information.

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What they’re saying

“She's an 84-year-old woman and I don't like the way the investigation and reward is being handled. I think it could have been done much better. I think if the $100,000 was put up through crime stoppers – we could be further along.”

— Michael Hupey, Personal Injury Lawyer (FOX 6 Milwaukee)

“If the person who knows who the perpetrator is doesn't want his name exposed, wants a reward and has information that will lead to an arrest – crime stoppers is the perfect place to do it. No one did it, so I am doing it.”

— Michael Hupey, Personal Injury Lawyer (FOX 6 Milwaukee)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the $100,000 reward offered by Michael Hupey through Crime Stoppers.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges in high-profile missing persons investigations, where law enforcement and the public must work together to generate leads and incentivize witnesses to come forward with information. The competing rewards and differing approaches between the FBI and a private citizen underscore the need for coordinated efforts to ensure the best chance of finding Nancy Guthrie and bringing those responsible to justice.