Authorities in Arizona say the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother may be the result of a kidnapping. Investigators believe 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home against her will, according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.Police say Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother was possibly taken from her home against her will in Arizona.
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of was last seen Saturday evening around 9:30 p.m. Family members had dropped her off at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue, north of Tucson.
Sheriff Says Crime Likely Occurred
Pima County Sheriff said investigators believe a crime was committed. A spokesperson for the sheriff’s office confirmed authorities suspect Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home against her will.
“At this point, investigators believe she was taken from the home against her will and that includes possible kidnapping or abduction,” the spokesperson said.
Officials also said evidence suggests Nancy Guthrie may have been harmed during the incident, though the extent of her injuries has not been disclosed.
Disappearance Raises Alarm for Investigators
Sheriff Nanos described the case as highly unusual. He said it is rare for an elderly person to vanish from their home overnight.
“I can’t think of the last time where, in the middle of the night in someone’s bed, an 84-year-old woman disappeared on us,” Nanos said in an interview with NBC Nightly News.
Authorities confirmed there have been no ransom demands connected to the disappearance.
Family Reported Her Missing After Church Absence
A relative contacted law enforcement around noon Sunday after Nancy Guthrie did not show up for church. That absence prompted concern and led deputies to begin searching her home and surrounding area.
Investigators have not released details about possible suspects or how Nancy Guthrie may have been taken. The sheriff’s office said the investigation is ongoing and active.
Community and National Attention
The case has drawn national attention because of Savannah Guthrie’s role as a longtime co-host of NBC’s Today show. Authorities say her family is cooperating fully with the investigation.
Law enforcement is urging anyone with information about Nancy Guthrie’s whereabouts to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department immediately. Officials say even small details could be critical.
An Urgent Search Continues
As investigators continue to search, the case highlights growing concerns about crimes targeting elderly individuals in their homes. Sheriff Nanos said solving the case quickly is a top priority.
Updates are expected as authorities work to determine exactly what happened and locate Nancy Guthrie safely. Coverage of the investigation has been reported by NBC News and confirmed by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.