Imminent Deadline Looms in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case as Search Enters Week Two

Authorities returned to the Arizona neighborhood of Nancy Guthrie over the weekend, ramping up efforts as a Monday evening deadline looms, dictated by her alleged kidnappers who have issued ransom demands for her safe return.

The search for the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie has now entered its second week, with no confirmation regarding the 84-year-old's well-being. The urgency of the situation is palpable.

In a heartfelt video shared Saturday, Savannah Guthrie expressed her family's willingness to meet the demands for her mother's release. “We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her,” she stated. “This is the only way we will have peace. This is very valuable to us, and we will pay.”

The case has captivated the nation, drawing attention from various quarters, including President Donald Trump, who reached out to Samantha Guthrie last week, alongside a wave of online sleuths inundating social media with theories and tips.

On Monday, neighbors casually walked by Nancy Guthrie's home, while a sheriff's deputy maintained a presence outside, underscoring the ongoing investigation.

Detectives and agents conducted follow-up investigations at several locations over the weekend, according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department. “Investigators have not identified any suspects, persons of interest, or vehicles connected to this case,” the department reported.

Authorities believe Nancy Guthrie was forcibly taken from her residence near Tucson. She was last seen on January 31 and reported missing the following day after failing to attend church services.

DNA analysis confirmed that blood found on Guthrie’s front porch matched her own, as stated by Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos.

Numerous media outlets have received purported ransom letters over the past week, with at least one containing specific monetary demands and deadlines. The initial deadline passed last Thursday, but a subsequent one was established for Monday.

While law enforcement officials have refrained from confirming the authenticity of the letters, they emphasized that all leads are being thoroughly investigated.

Concerns regarding Nancy Guthrie’s health are escalating, particularly because she requires daily medication. Reports indicate she has a pacemaker and has faced issues related to high blood pressure and heart conditions, as noted in audio from sheriff’s dispatchers available on broadcastify.com.