Nancy Guthrie Abduction: Police Focus Intensifies in Arizona Border Town
A massive police presence descended upon Rio Rico, Arizona late Tuesday night, linked to the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy. The activity centers around a person detained for questioning in connection with the case, sparking a flurry of investigation near the U.S.-Mexico border.
Search Intensifies Near Border Crossing
Videos circulating online show numerous law enforcement vehicles converging on a neighborhood approximately 15 miles from the Port of Nogales, a major border crossing. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed they are conducting a court-authorized search at a location in Rio Rico, assisting the FBI in the ongoing investigation.
Conflicting Reports & Family Response
The individual detained for questioning is not a member of the Guthrie family, according to law enforcement sources. The detainee’s mother-in-law reportedly told reporters her son-in-law had no involvement in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance.
New Evidence Released
The FBI recently released images of an “armed individual” seen tampering with Nancy Guthrie’s doorbell camera on the morning she went missing. The images depict a masked person wearing gloves, a backpack and appearing to carry a handgun. Authorities quickly disseminated the footage to the public.
Ransom Demands and Bitcoin Activity
The abductor initially demanded a $6 million ransom, setting a deadline of 5pm on February 9th. While two ransom deadlines have passed, activity was detected Tuesday in the Bitcoin account provided in the initial ransom note. Savannah Guthrie attempted to contact the kidnapper and offered to pay the ransom, but to no avail.
Health Concerns and Reward
Nancy Guthrie has a pacemaker and requires daily medication, raising concerns for her well-being. The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to her recovery and the arrest of those involved. Anyone with information is urged to contact 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit tips.fbi.gov.
FAQ: Nancy Guthrie Abduction
Q: Where was Nancy Guthrie last seen?
A: Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona, on the morning of February 1st.
Q: Has a ransom been paid?
A: No ransom has been paid. Two deadlines have passed, and despite attempts by Savannah Guthrie to communicate with the abductor, Nancy remains missing.
Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: A person has been detained for questioning, and a search is underway at a location in Rio Rico, Arizona. The FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department are actively investigating.
Q: Is there a reward for information?
A: Yes, the FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery and the arrest of those involved.
Q: What should I do if I have information?
A: Contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit tips online at tips.fbi.gov.
