The search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, has taken a darker turn as authorities shift from a missing persons search to a potential criminal investigation. Nancy was last seen on January 31, 2026, in the Catalina Foothills near Tucson, Arizona. What began as a standard search for a woman who may have wandered off has been complicated by new evidence suggesting foul play.
Nancy’s family reported her missing the following morning, and authorities launched an extensive search, but as days passed, investigators grew suspicious. Nancy, though elderly, was mentally sharp and physically limited, making it unlikely she could have ventured far into the rugged desert terrain. A further investigation revealed signs of a break-in at her home, and a neighbor’s recent testimony revealed unusual activity near the property the night of her disappearance.
Authorities are now focusing on digital canvassing, reviewing footage from security cameras in the area to track any unfamiliar vehicles or individuals. The community, once concerned, has now mobilized, with volunteers patrolling and distributing flyers.
Savannah Guthrie, usually the one delivering the news, now finds herself in the middle of a private nightmare, and the family has offered a significant reward for information. As the investigation intensifies, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, now working alongside the FBI and other agencies, is following every lead, hoping the breakthrough will come before time runs out. The search for Nancy continues, with the family and Tucson residents united in their resolve to bring her home.