AZ Nancy Guthrie, 84, (mother of TODAY Show host Savannah Guthrie) missing - last seen in the Catalina foothills area on Jan 31, 2026

[Sakura2Sophia4Lucia]

FBI would trump a sheriff, yes. But a local sheriff's ego would trump the entirety of the FBI.

Investigation is under the authority of Sheriff's Department with FBI Assisting. Agree that this must be about ego. And it's impeding the investigation and making it move slower since FBI will only get the evidence after the private agency that the Sheriff sent the evidence. MOO

 

[PCHS]

Who said hire anyone? The dimensions of lantana man are a good fit for SIL or DE

So you think DE did this for free? I think it is more likely then not at this stage that AG/SIL were not involved, and no I don't think the guy at the door looks like SIL.

 

[nycpizzaparty]

yes. Also makes you wonder if he has something major to hide. James Burke of the Gilgo Beach investigation certainly did.

Nobody wants the FBI sniffing around especially if they are worried about what might be discovered.

 

[cherryleaf]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2022109377705222626

I wonder if the sheriff thinks someone from the FBI is leaking info

 

[Cassie P]

A lot being said about the possible 'bite light' in lantana mans mouth and so I wanted to post up a run down of the most likely people to have such a light handy.

Common user profiles include:
Pilots (especially general aviation and night flyers) — They use models like the Flight Gear Bite Light with white light for pre/post-flight checks and red light to preserve night vision in the cockpit.

Theater technicians, lighting crew, stagehands, and wardrobe personnel — In tech theater and backstage work, bite lights (often called "bitelites") are popular for climbing ladders, focusing lights, quick changes in dark wings, or when carrying gear.
Mechanics, auto technicians, or anyone working under vehicles/dashboards — Hands are occupied with tools, so mouth-held light helps see tight spaces.

Performers or quick-change artists (sometimes in drag, costume, or low-light creative work) — Soft, teeth-friendly versions exist for hands-free illumination during fast changes or detailed work.

Jewellers and Crafting Hobbyists — Anyone who works regularly with crafts that require both hands to be free during intricate work.

DIYers, electricians, plumbers, or home repair folks — Anyone who's ever held a regular flashlight in their mouth under a sink or in an attic ends up appreciating a purpose-built bite version.

Outdoor/night workers — Like some night fishing setups (though "bite light" there more often means bite indicators/alarms), or cavers/explorers who prefer mouth-held options over headlamps in tight spots.

Many thanks. Look at friends, family, acquaintances, recent service people, neighbors, etc. who might have these occupations, hobbies, activities?

 

[cait2007]

The jurisdictional pissing contests between federal and local agents seem to go hand in hand with the cases that take ages to resolve.

1000%.
I also believe this is why it hasn’t been solved yet. The county sheriff department botched the case from the start. Each second is exceptionally valuable, but we’re going to play games and ego contests. Unless there is an extremely valid reason (doubtful) then there should be a resignation. JMO

 

[steff13]

Not sure we say oriental anymore

I think it's ok if you're talking about a rug.

 

[oc1234]

This video was posted by SG. Looks to be at the front door of NG home. Are the flowers the same ones that video guy at door was holding?

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No, never seen Lantana grown vertical

 

[thefragile7393]

New message to TMZ! Claiming to know the abductor.

sooooo why isn't that info given to police? Not directing this at you @txsleuth20

 

[birdbox]

Possible kickbacks from the lab? Sheriff Nanos was investigated by the FBI back in 2016 for misuse of over $200,000 in seized funds.

PCSD: FBI probe into alleged misuse of funds

Allegations of money laundering and obstruction of justice against Pima County Sheriff's Department leaders.

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Documents: Pima Sheriff Chris Nanos requested money transfers into fund at center of probe

Former second-in-command was indicted last month over use of RICO money.

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Documents: Pima Sheriff Chris Nanos requested money transfers into fund at center of probe

Former second-in-command was indicted last month over use of RICO money.

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Kickbacks or worse. This guy could have rubbed some DNA off his daughters ex boyfriend for all we know. Lol. This guy cannot be trusted im sorry. Anyone who would not be running thus through the FBI... sorry, dont trust it. Sketch

 

[MassGuy]

Can the family request FBI take the lead? I’d be enraged if I was SG.

FBI can’t take the lead unless specific legal criteria are met. The family can ask, but it won’t change the law.

 

[Deepinthought52]

FBI would trump a sheriff, yes. But a local sheriff's ego would trump the entirety of the FBI.

There is always always someone above him who can make a different decision imo. If he is blocking the evidence, why isn’t he jumping on it? Really curious to know what he has that he’s not sharing?!

 

[Sessiebo]

ok take 'reward' completely out of the equation. take LE out of the equation. the family has nothing to do with LE/FBI/reward money. eliminate all of the above.

why hasn't any member of the guthrie family tried to post an 'answer', plea, desperation attempt (i.e. money) to all of these (IMO, bogus) ransom requests. the obvious is that lawyers have advised against such 'answers'.

i'm thinking there's another answer...curious as to your thoughts.

It could have a number of reasons IMO.
SG is also a lawyer and maybe she simply doesn't value the notes to be real.
The FBI could have advised against it with some sort of logical explanation.
The fam wants some proof before paying.
Maybe the ransom notes as we know them has been taken out of context and contain not much info to go on, nothing valuable for the fam. The notes never went public.
They said they will pay but i can imagine first wanting to have some sort of evidence they are communicating with the right person(s).
I really have no clue, it's all just IMO

 

[thefragile7393]

I think it's ok if you're talking about a rug.

or a breed of cat

 

[Sakura2Sophia4Lucia]

I have held off on commenting on this sheriff for a number of reasons, mostly being that this case is pretty unprecedented and I can’t imagine being in his position. However, after everything that has happened in this investigation, I have to wonder if he is either just unbelievably in over his head or if he’s purposefully messing this up. In a situation like this, I think any decent sheriff wanting to solve the case would take guidance from FBI (like in the idaho 4 case.) To not only ignore their input but to purposefully go against it is at best a little weird and at worst corruption. JMO.

Agree. I keep giving him the benefit of the doubt. But, at this point, if the Sheriff is not sharing key evidence with the FBI, this is a huge problem and totally unacceptable. JMO

 

[Izzylizzy]

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[HerNameWasBuffy]

People keep asking that but don't seem to realise that the benefit in a missing person is that they can't change their inheritance or out someone for a fraud or other crime being committed.

If she's missing there will certainly be a financial audit by her POA. Her house is in a revokable trust in her name. Assuming she has her three children on the trust there any fraud or illegal activity are going to come to light.

 

[imstilla.grandma]

“Every tip is reviewed for credibility, relevance, and information that can be acted upon by law enforcement,” the FBI Phoenix office said. “Threat Intake Examiners at the National Threat Operations Center (NTOC) and FBI personnel are supporting a 24-hour command post in which dozens of agents and investigators are assigned leads and tips to action each shift.”

FBI releases new information about suspect in Nancy Guthrie disappearance

The FBI released new information on Thursday about the suspect in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “Today” co-host Savannah Guthrie.

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Charles Latibeaudiere, co-executive producer at TMZ, joins NewsNation to discuss the note sent to its tipline Thursday from the same individual who said they were willing to name Nancy Guthrie's kidnapper(s) in exchange for a bitcoin.

For the second time in as many days, TMZ received an email Thursday morning from a person claiming to know the identity of those who kidnapped Guthrie. The outlet received an email on Wednesday demanding the payment of 1 bitcoin in exchange for the name of the person responsible. As of this writing, no deposit has been made into the account provided.

Per TMZ, the person who sent the second note complained about "not being taken seriously." The outlet refrained from fully releasing all of the information contained in the note, in accordance with a request from law enforcement. However, it was noted that the sender made "ominous statements" and that payment was being sought so that they could "lay low" after identifying Guthrie's abductor out of fear of retaliation. The sender also reportedly stated that this would be their last attempt to help Guthrie's family and the police.

The value of 1 bitcoin as of late Thursday afternoon was just over $66,000 (per CoinDesk).

Evidence Recovered In Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case As Second Bitcoin Note Emerges And FBI Ups Reward

'Today' host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, has yet to be located as a second note seeking bitcoin in exchange for info has been received.

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"Nancy Guthrie is bleeding from some area, either the hands or the face," forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden told Fox News Digital. "The nature of the blood spots with little pale centers or donut shapes are typical for drops that come from the nose or mouth, because they're mixed with air."

"That means she's coughing up blood or dripping from the nose. Otherwise, there would be a dripping from a cut from above, possibly from the hands or face."

DNA splatter suggests Nancy Guthrie was bleeding from ‘either the hands or face,' expert says

Blood droplets at Nancy Guthrie's Tucson home suggest abduction, forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden tells investigators examining the missing 84-year-old's Feb. 1 disappearance.

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[maskedwoman]

Men have huge egos.

Not all men. But maybe enough for it to be problematic.

 

[Cassie P]

yes. Also makes you wonder if he has something major to hide. James Burke of the Gilgo Beach investigation certainly did.

Edited to add that a poster upthread mentioned that possibly the sheriff simply used the lab because it was already working with DNA in this case and would have everything together for faster results. To me, that makes a lot of sense.

Yes we don't know if it was just a practical decision which is being blown out of proportion or if it is a symptom of deeper problems.