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Investigators say Nancy Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her Tucson home in the early morning hours of Sunday, Feb. 1, launching a multi-agency search that now spans multiple states and involves the FBI.
This combo from images provided by the FBI shows surveillance footage at the home of Nancy Guthrie the night she went missing in Tucson, Ariz.
Since her disappearance, authorities have confirmed that ransom communications were sent to media outlets, announced a $50,000 reward, released surveillance images of a masked, armed person at her home, and published a detailed timeline of the investigation. Guthrie’s three adult children — including NBC “Today” show co-host Savannah Guthrie — have repeatedly pleaded for help on social media and said they are willing to pay a ransom for their mother’s return.
Today (Feb. 10) the Pima County Sheriff’s Department released images recovered from a Nest doorbell camera showing a masked person wearing gloves and appearing to tamper with the front-door camera at Guthrie’s Catalina Foothills home the day she vanished. A weapon is visible at the person’s waist.
Investigators said the footage was recovered from residual data after cameras at the home were damaged or removed.
Savannah Guthrie shared the images shortly after their release, writing: “We believe she is alive. Bring her home.”
The images came one day after Guthrie issued an emotional plea asking the public to contact law enforcement with any information that could help locate her mother. The FBI has said it is not aware of any ongoing communication with suspected kidnappers and has not identified any suspects or persons of interest.
Anyone with information is urged to call 1-800-CALL-FBI. The FBI says thousands of tips have been received and continue to be reviewed.
A $50,000 reward remains in effect for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery and/or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved.
Image capture from Nancy Guthrie‘s front door the morning of her disappearance.
Timeline: Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
Saturday, Jan. 31
9:48–9:50 p.m. – Guthrie returns home after dinner with family; garage door closes.
Sunday, Feb. 1
1:47 a.m. – Doorbell camera is disconnected.
2:12 a.m. – Camera software detects motion; no video available.
2:28 a.m. – Guthrie’s pacemaker disconnects from her cellphone.
Late morning – Family alerted Guthrie missed church gathering.
11:56 a.m. – Family checks the home.
12:03 p.m. – Guthrie reported missing.
12:15 p.m. – Deputies arrive; search begins.
FILE - This image provided by the Pima County Sheriff's Department on Feb. 2, 2026, shows a missing person alert for Nancy Guthrie. (Pima County Sheriff's Department via AP, File)
Sunday–Monday, Feb. 1–2
• Extensive ground and aerial search conducted.
• Hospitals checked.
• Investigators determine Guthrie did not leave voluntarily.
Image capture from Nancy Guthrie‘s front door the morning of her disappearance.
Tuesday, Feb. 3
• Case confirmed as a criminal abduction.
• DNA evidence processed.
.• Public tip line and QR code launched.
Wednesday, Feb. 4
• Media outlets report receiving ransom letters.
• FBI confirms involvement.
• No suspects or suspect DNA identified.
Thursday, Feb. 5
• Investigators say they are hopeful Guthrie is alive.
• FBI expands involvement and announces $50,000 reward.
• Ransom deadline of 5 p.m. disclosed.
• Guthrie’s children release a video plea.
Friday, Feb. 6
• First ransom deadline passes.
• No suspects or persons of interest identified.
• Search expands regionally with digital billboards.
Saturday, Feb. 7
• New message related to the case received and reviewed.
• Authorities urge public tips ahead of second deadline.
Sunday, Feb. 8
• Guthrie’s children say they will pay ransom for her return.
Monday, Feb. 9
• Reports surface of a purported $6 million ransom demand.
• Authorities do not confirm authenticity or amount.
• Security remains at Guthrie’s home.
• Investigators continue work at multiple locations.
Tuesday, Feb. 10
• New images released: FBI and PCSD shared doorbell cam images of a masked, armed person tampering with Nancy Guthrie’s front-door camera.
• Digitally recovered: Footage was pulled from residual Nest data after home cameras were damaged or removed.
• Family response: Savannah Guthrie shared the images, saying, “We believe she is alive. Bring her home.”
• Investigation status: No suspects or confirmed contact with kidnappers, FBI says.
• Reward: $50,000 remains offered for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery.
This article was prepared with the help of AI technology using information collected and verified by journalists.
