Authorities in Arizona’s Pima County have launched an intensive search operation for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of prominent NBC ‘Today Show’ co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, following her mysterious disappearance under circumstances suggesting criminal involvement. Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed during a Monday press briefing that investigators have designated the residence a active crime scene, stating unequivocally that the elderly woman did not leave voluntarily. The investigation has drawn in homicide detectives, though officials remain tight-lipped about specific evidence recovered from the property. Medical concerns compound the urgency of the search, as Guthrie requires ongoing medication and experiences mobility challenges, though authorities emphasize she maintains full mental capacity. Surveillance footage from the home is undergoing forensic analysis as part of the broader investigation. The case has garnered national attention due to Savannah Guthrie’s high-profile status as a morning television icon, though law enforcement maintains focus on the humanitarian aspects of locating a vulnerable senior citizen.
