TUCSON, Ariz. — Investigators continue to explore the possibility of an accomplice in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old woman who disappeared from her home on the night of January 31. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that while the focus remains on a primary suspect captured in doorbell camera footage, the investigation is not ruling out the involvement of another individual.
Authorities believe Guthrie was forcibly taken from her residence late at night before she was reported missing on February 1. The doorbell camera video, which the FBI recently made public, is the primary visual evidence available, as it represents the only footage recovered so far from the security system at Guthrie’s home. While there are additional cameras on the property, technical teams are still attempting to retrieve usable video footage.
In a bid to gather more information about the case, the reward for tips leading to an arrest has increased to $102,500, thanks to a substantial anonymous donation. This amount is in addition to a $100,000 reward offered by the FBI. Investigators have yet to name a suspect or person of interest but are appealing for public assistance.
Sheriff Nanos shared that Nancy Guthrie’s family has fully cooperated with the investigation, emphasizing their status as victims rather than suspects. The family, including “Today” show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has undergone extensive questioning and has voluntarily shared cars and other belongings for examination.
Guthrie was last seen after spending an evening with her daughter and son-in-law. Following her disappearance, her family released videos urging the public for assistance in locating her. Investigators are also analyzing a set of gloves found approximately two miles from her home, but initial DNA tests did not match any profiles in national databases.
Law enforcement is actively pursuing DNA matches through genetic genealogy techniques to bolster their investigation. In addition, they are using specialized equipment to track signals from Guthrie’s heart pacemaker, which notably disconnected from her phone shortly before her disappearance.
Further complicating the case, the FBI is delving into gun purchases in the Tucson area, questioning local retailers about any recent transactions that may be connected to the investigation. Despite the challenges, authorities remain hopeful that continued collaboration with technology experts and public involvement will lead to crucial breakthroughs in the case.