The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, has reached what authorities describe as a pivotal stage.
Nancy was last seen at her home north of Tucson on January 31 shortly before 10 p.m. She was reported missing after failing to attend mass on Sunday, February 1, prompting concern and a swift response from law enforcement.
Nearly a month later, officials say progress is being made.
Sheriff signals momentum in investigation
During a March 3 interview on the Today show, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos shared a significant update.
“I think the investigators are definitely closer. We’ve got a lot of intel. A lot of leads. Now it’s time to just go to work,” Nanos said.
The sheriff’s remarks marked the strongest indication yet that authorities believe the case is moving toward resolution.
Nanos also addressed a Ring camera video that circulated widely online. The footage shows a vehicle driving past a home in Nancy’s neighborhood at 2:36 a.m. on the night she disappeared.
“We’re aware of it, and we’re looking into it, just like any other piece of evidence,” he explained. “We’re looking at that vehicle as well as hundreds of thousands of other vehicles that were out driving that time of day.”
According to Nanos, investigators are working through extensive information tied to the case.
“We have information on this case that we think is going to hopefully lead us to solving this case but it takes time,” he said. When asked directly whether he believes the case will be solved, Nanos responded: “Absolutely.”
Family plea and reward offer
Savannah Guthrie broke her silence on February 2 and has since remained in Arizona alongside her siblings, assisting authorities.
She has been absent from the Today show since that date.
After placing flowers outside her mother’s home, Savannah shared a public message on March 2, writing: “We feel the love and prayers from our neighbors, from the Tucson community and from around the country. please don’t stop praying and hoping with us. bring her home.”
Her family has also announced a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to Nancy’s recovery.
As investigators continue reviewing leads and digital evidence, Sheriff Nanos has expressed confidence in the outcome — while emphasizing that the process requires time.
