Savannah Guthrie, the well-known television host, has made a heartfelt plea for community support in the ongoing search for her mother, Nancy Guthrie. The situation has escalated as Arizona authorities now consider the 84-year-old's disappearance a potential abduction, underscoring the urgency of the investigation. The family is holding onto hope, requesting prayers and any information that could lead to Nancy's safe return.
The incident began when Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on a Sunday. Initial findings from law enforcement indicated that she did not leave her residence voluntarily. Sheriff Chris Nanos of Pima County highlighted that Nancy, despite her age, possesses a sharp mind but has mobility challenges and requires daily medication, making her unassisted departure highly unlikely. The discovery of her cell phone and vehicle still at her home further supports the theory that her disappearance was involuntary.
Law enforcement officials held a press conference on Monday, categorizing the case as a crime scene rather than a simple search operation. Sheriff Nanos emphasized the critical nature of the situation, stating, "This is not dementia-related. She is sharp as a tack. The family wants everybody to know this." He added that DNA evidence was collected from the scene, with results anticipated in the coming days, intensifying the race against time to find her. Nancy Guthrie was last seen in the Catalina Foothills area of Arizona on Saturday evening.
Guthrie, who has been noticeably absent from her show this week, issued a statement expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support. She urged anyone with pertinent information to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, reiterating that the family's primary focus remains her mother's safe return. The authorities have also appealed to the public, asking individuals with any knowledge of Nancy Guthrie's whereabouts to come forward, stressing that even anonymously leaving her in a safe location would be a welcome development. The collective effort from both the family and law enforcement continues as the search progresses into its third day.