Timeline: NBC host Savannah Guthrie’s mother disappears as sheriff says she may have been 'abducted'
Nancy Guthrie's disappearance: Investigators believe she could've been taken against her will
Arizona investigators are saying Nancy Guthrie, the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, may have been taken from her home against her will, possibly in the middle of the night. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the latest on their search efforts and what neighbors are saying.
TUCSON, Ariz. - Officials in Tucson, Arizona, are continuing to search for the mother of NBC "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie after she went missing from her home and was last seen on Saturday night, saying that a crime has been committed.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen at her Tucson residence at around 9:30 p.m. Saturday, according to the Pima County Sheriff's Department. While officials didn't immediately elaborate on the circumstances of her disappearance, Sheriff Chris Nanos said on Monday that "we do, in fact, have a crime."
A spokesperson for the Pima County Sheriff's Office told Fox News Digital that it's believed Nancy Guthrie was either kidnapped or abducted.
"Sheriff [Chris] Nanos has stated that he believes that a crime has been committed," a spokesperson for Pima County Sheriff’s Office told Fox News Digital. "At this point, investigators believe she was taken from the home against her will and that includes possible kidnapping or abduction."
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Australian-born presenter, Savannah Guthrie poses alongside her mother Nancy Guthrie during a production break whilst hosting NBC's "Today Show" live from Australia at Sydney Opera House on May 4, 2015, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Don Arnold/WireImage)
Nanos said Nancy Guthrie didn't leave the home by herself. According to the Los Angeles Times, blood was found inside Nancy Guthrie's home. A law enforcement source told Fox News Digital that there were "blood drops" leading from the entryway outside down the house's pathway towards the driveway.
During an interview on MSNOW on Tuesday, Nanos said Nancy Guthrie was "physically removed from that home against her will," but declined to say whether she was harmed. The sheriff also said it's unknown if the individual who took Nancy Guthrie is familiar or a stranger.
Savannah Guthrie released a statement to NBC's "Today" on Monday morning.
"On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom," the statement said.
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Here's a timeline of events:
Saturday 9:45 p.m.:
The Pima County Sheriff's Department says Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue on Saturday evening. Nancy Guthrie's children dropped her off at the home at around 9:45 p.m., Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said.
Sunday 11 a.m.:
Nanos said Nancy Guthrie didn't attend her church service, adding that her family was notified about the absence by a churchgoer. Officials said family members went to Nancy Guthrie's home at around 11 a.m. and spent some time looking for her.
Sunday 12 p.m.:
Nancy Guthrie's family calls 911, according to officials.
The law enforcement source also said that there were "blood drops" leading from the entryway outside down the house's pathway towards the driveway.
Pictured: Savannah Guthrie and mom Nancy on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. (Photo by: Nathan Congleton/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)
Sunday 8:55 p.m.:
The Pima County Sheriff's Department says they've begun search and rescue efforts using helicopters, infrared cameras and drones to search for the missing 84-year-old. During a news conference on Sunday night, Nanos said they found evidence that raised "some concerns" at Nancy Guthrie's home.
"We’re pretty much just throwing everything at this that we can. Guthrie is 84 years old and is not of good physical health, and so naturally that’s a great concern," Nanos said. "This is very concerning to us. We don’t typically get the sheriff out at a scene like this. But it’s very concerning what we’re learning from the house."
Monday 9:17 a.m.:
Nanos said during a news conference that Nancy Guthrie didn't leave the house on her own accord, adding that a crime had been committed. He said the search and rescue mission had been shut down to give that team time to rest.
"We believe now, after we processed that crime scene, that we do, in fact, have a crime scene that we do, in fact, have a crime," Nanos said. "She did not leave on her own. We know that."
"We don't see this as a search mission as much as we do a crime scene," he added.
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Savannah Guthrie and mother Nancy Guthrie on Thursday, June 15, 2023. (Photo by: Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty Images)
Nanos noted that Nancy Guthrie has limited mobility and has medication that she needs to take every 24 hours, which could be fatal if not taken. He said Nancy Guthrie "is of great sound mind" besides her physical ailments, adding she's "sharp as a tack."
Investigators were seen in the area where Nancy Guthrie lives, including sheriff's department helicopters.
"We need her back. We need to find her. and time is very critical. She is 84. She needs her meds," Nanos said.
Nancy Guthrie: Tips wanted as PCSD believes she was taken against her will
Pima County homicide detectives are investigating the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who was reported missing from her home Jan. 31 after her wallet, phone, and vehicle were found at the residence.
The Pima County Sheriff's Office is providing a reward up to $2,500 for information relating to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
People with information about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance are asked to contact the Pima County Sheriff's Department at: 520-351-4900.