Ransom Note Deemed Not Credible in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance Case
Authorities in Tucson, Arizona, have stated that a newly surfaced ransom note connected to the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie is not credible. Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing from her Catalina Foothills home…
Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, September 29, 2026 —
Authorities in Tucson, Arizona, have announced that a recently discovered ransom note related to the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie is not considered credible. The note’s assessment comes as part of the ongoing investigation into Guthrie’s whereabouts.
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Savannah Guthrie, a well-known host for the “Today” show, was initially reported missing in January. She was last known to be at her residence in the Catalina Foothills area of Tucson. The details surrounding her initial disappearance remain under investigation by local law enforcement.
The emergence of a ransom note had raised new questions in the case. However, officials have now clarified that this particular note does not appear to be a genuine element in the investigation, a determination made by the authorities handling the case. Further details regarding the specific reasons for deeming the note not credible were not immediately provided.
Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance from her home has been a subject of public interest, amplified by her familial connection to Savannah Guthrie. The investigation is continuing, with law enforcement agencies working to ascertain the circumstances of her absence and to locate her. The credibility of any potential leads, such as the recently surfaced note, is a key aspect of their process.
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