UPDATE: U.S. television host Savannah Guthrie has made an urgent public plea to her mother’s kidnapper, demanding proof of her mother’s safety. In a heartfelt video posted on social media, Guthrie stated her family is prepared to negotiate but needs undeniable evidence that her mother, Nancy Guthrie, is alive. This plea comes as authorities investigate her abduction from her home in Tucson, Arizona, with a ransom letter reportedly received by multiple media outlets.
In the emotional video, Savannah emphasizes, “We are ready to talk… We need to know without a doubt that she is alive.” Her mother was last seen at approximately 9:45 PM on Saturday, July 15, after a family dinner. She was reported missing around midday on Sunday when she failed to attend church.
Authorities from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department have confirmed they found signs of forced entry at the family home and are treating the case as a serious kidnapping. No suspects or persons of interest have been identified yet, and detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Nancy’s disappearance.
During the video, Savannah, her sister Annie, and brother Camron each expressed their love and desperation for Nancy’s safe return. Annie tearfully stated, “Mamma, if you’re listening, we need you to come home. We miss you.” The family described Nancy as a “kind, faithful, loyal, fiercely loving woman of goodness and light.”
A vigil attended by several hundred people took place at a local church, where community members lit candles and prayed for Nancy’s safe return. Pastor Charlie Muller of Victory Church in Albany, New York, announced a $25,000 reward for information leading to her whereabouts. “We’ve heard of her faith. She’s got such a sweet spirit,” he remarked, highlighting the community’s support for the Guthrie family during this crisis.
In a show of solidarity, President Donald Trump reached out to Savannah Guthrie, stating he has directed all federal law enforcement resources to assist in the search. “We are deploying all resources to get her mother home safely,” Trump asserted on social media.
As the investigation unfolds, the Pima County Sheriff, Chris Nanos, mentioned that video evidence from nearby cameras has been collected and is under scrutiny. “That’s all been submitted, and we’re doing our best with the companies that own those cameras,” he noted.
Savannah Guthrie, who anchors NBC’s Today show, has temporarily stepped back from her role to focus on her family during this distressing time. Her absence from the anchor desk underscores the gravity of the situation, as she emphasizes the importance of family in her life.
The community is rallying, with friends and former colleagues expressing their heartbreak over Nancy’s disappearance. Jeremy Thacker, a colleague of Savannah’s, shared his anguish, stating, “We’re all holding our breath,” reflecting the collective worry surrounding the case.
As authorities continue their search and investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping, the family remains hopeful for her safe return, urging anyone with information to come forward. The situation is developing rapidly, and updates are expected as law enforcement works diligently to resolve this urgent matter.
Stay tuned for more updates on this breaking story as it unfolds.
