Savannah Guthrie Appeals for Help After New Tip Claims Mother Died in Kidnapping

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing on February 1, 2026 after authorities believed she was abducted from her Tucson, Arizona home. The case has generated numerous anonymous tips, including a May lead suggesting her remains were buried near the U.S.-Mexico border, which yielded no evidence. On the “Today” show, Savannah Guthrie pleaded for information, describing the family's ongoing anguish.

A new note received by TMZ claims the sender possesses a video of a suspect with Nancy on the day she likely died and is demanding one bitcoin for the footage and additional details. The note alleges the phone containing the video is stored securely and can be accessed with a password. The FBI has been alerted, but no arrests have been made and the investigation remains active.