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February 07, 2026 – USA –
Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, have recovered blood evidence at her home, reinforcing their belief that a crime occurred and that Guthrie did not leave voluntarily. The development on 6–7 February 2026 intensifies one of the most closely watched missing persons cases involving a public figure’s family in recent U.S. history.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen by family members on the morning of 31 January 2026 at her Catalina Foothills residence north of Tucson when she failed to attend a scheduled church service later that day. Relatives reported her missing after noticing that her daily medication and personal items, including her phone, were left behind — unusual for someone who requires regular treatment for health conditions.
Over the weekend, Pima County Sheriff’s Office investigators confirmed that substances consistent with human blood were found inside and around the Guthrie home. Laboratory analysis is ongoing, and police characterised the discovery as significant, suggesting that whatever occurred involved violence rather than a voluntary disappearance. “This is consistent with our belief that she did not leave by her own choice,” Sheriff Chris Nanos said at a press briefing. The presence of blood is being analysed to determine whether it belongs to Nancy Guthrie or another individual.
Sheriff Nanos also noted that investigators have treated the home as a crime scene from early in the investigation and have been meticulously collecting evidence, including reviewing neighbourhood surveillance footage and interviewing potential witnesses. Police deployed K-9 units and aerial support during earlier searches of the surrounding terrain, as Guthrie’s limited mobility raised concerns about her ability to travel far on foot.
In her first public comments since her mother’s disappearance, Savannah Guthrie posted on social media to thank law enforcement and the public for their support. She wrote that her family was “praying for her safe return” and asked for continued community help in sharing information that could lead to a breakthrough. The Today show anchor also confirmed that her mother was mentally alert and socially active before her disappearance, further fuelling concerns about possible foul play.
The discovery of blood at the scene has shifted investigative focus toward uncovering suspects and motives. Police have not publicly identified persons of interest or arrested anyone in connection with the case, but they have asked residents in the area to continue reviewing security footage and to report any unusual activity between 11 a.m. on 31 January and 6 February.
Local and national media coverage has been intense, with public interest driven both by Guthrie’s position as a high-profile journalist and the unusual circumstances of the disappearance. Experts say that while missing persons cases involving older adults can sometimes result from accidents or disorientation, the combination of physical evidence and the circumstances at the residence — especially the blood discovery — support a criminal investigation framework.
As forensic results continue to come in, authorities reiterated that they remain focused on finding Nancy Guthrie and urged anyone with possible sightings or leads to contact law enforcement. The case remains active, with investigators combing for evidence that could help reconstruct her movements on the day she disappeared.
Reference –
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/07/savannah-guthrie-mom-nancy-disappearance-details
