By Trendsetter Tribune 
As of Wednesday, February 4, 2026, the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie (84), mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has shifted into a high-stakes criminal inquiry. Authorities in Pima County, Arizona, are now sifting through a series of “disturbing” leads that suggest a coordinated abduction from her Tucson-area home.+1
The Evidence: Pacemaker Signals and Forced Entry
Investigators have pieced together a more precise timeline of the events that occurred between Saturday night and Sunday morning.
- The 2:00 AM Sync: A critical lead emerged from Nancy’s pacemaker. The medical device last sent a data signal to her iPhone at approximately 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 1. This suggests a medical or physical disturbance occurred at that hour, as the phone remained in the house while Nancy disappeared.+1
- Signs of Violence: Law enforcement sources confirmed the discovery of blood and signs of forced entry at the one-story residence.
- Missing Security: Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed that a security camera was missing from the front of the house, indicating the perpetrator(s) may have attempted to scrub evidence of their arrival.
The Ransom Notes: Bitcoin Demands
The case took a darker turn when multiple media outlets—including TMZ, KOLD, and KGUN—reported receiving “unverified” ransom notes via email.
- The Demand: The notes reportedly demand millions of dollars in Bitcoin for Nancy’s safe return.
- Proof of Life/Knowledge: The messages allegedly contained specific details about Nancy’s clothing and “damaged items” inside the home that only someone at the scene would know.
- FBI Involvement: The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is working with the FBI’s digital forensics team to trace the origin of these emails and verify the legitimacy of the Bitcoin wallet addresses provided.
The “Race Against Time”
Authorities are emphasizing that Nancy’s physical health makes every hour critical. She has limited mobility and requires daily medication for high blood pressure and cardiac issues.
“The clock is literally ticking. This medication is critical, and being without it could be fatal.” — Sheriff Chris Nanos
Presidential and Network Support
- Savannah Guthrie: Has stepped down from her hosting duties for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan to remain in Tucson with her family.
- White House Response: President Donald Trump expressed his sympathy on Tuesday, calling the situation “terrible” and “unusual,” and pledged additional federal resources to the search if requested.
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Sheriff Chris Nanos discusses the search for Nancy Guthrie
This video features Sheriff Chris Nanos providing a direct update on the search efforts and the transition from a missing person’s case to a criminal investigation.