The reward for information leading to the whereabouts of Nancy Guthrie or the identification of those responsible for his disappearance has risen to more than $200,000 following an anonymous donation received on Wednesday by the 88-CRIME program in Pima County in Arizona. The contribution of US$ 100 thousand made it possible to increase the value offered by this channel to US$ 102.5 thousand. Esse amount is in addition to the US$ 100 thousand already made available by the FBI, totaling more than US$ 200 thousand in incentives for those who provide useful clues.
The 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of host Savannah Guthrie of NBC’s “Today” show, disappeared from her residence in the Catalina Foothills neighborhood of Tucson on the night of January 31, 2026, and was reported missing the next day, February 1, when she failed to attend a virtual church service.
Authorities treat the case as a possible kidnapping, as Nancy Guthrie was taken against her will from her home in the early hours of the morning. Ela is 84 years old, has a pacemaker, has difficulty walking and depends on daily medication for a heart condition, which makes her especially vulnerable. The investigation involves Departamento of Xerife of Condado of Pima and the FBI, who have received thousands of tips from the public since the search began.
Advancement in reward motivates new leads
The anonymous donation arrived at a critical moment in the investigation, which is now in its third week without the victim being located. Autoridades highlight that the significant increase in value can encourage witnesses to pass on relevant information. The 88-CRIME program, focused on crimes in Arizona, confirmed receipt of the amount and the immediate update of the reward.
Investigators continue to analyze biological evidence collected at Nancy Guthrie’s residence. The Pima County Sheriff, The glove’s genetic material also does not match that found inside the residence.
Description of the suspect released by the FBI
The FBI has released details about a man captured in doorbell camera footage outside Nancy Guthrie’s home around 1:47 a.m. on February 1. The suspect measures between 1.75 m and 1.78 m tall, has an average build and was wearing a mask, gloves and a black 25-liter backpack. Ele appeared manipulating security equipment while carrying a gun in a holster on his waist.
The images show the individual with dark clothes and actions that suggest an attempt to deactivate the camera. The FBI confirmed that the backpack is a model sold in Walmart stores, and agents are seeking more details about recent purchases of this item to tighten the siege.
Searches and analysis of evidence continue
Search teams, with around 400 people involved over a few days, searched areas close to the residence and highways in the Tucson region. The FBI expanded international contacts, including Mexican authorities, due to the proximity of the border and the possibility of the victim’s movement.
Genetic genealogy tests are being applied to DNA collected at the house to try to identify family connections in public banks. Outras evidence, such as possible videos from nearby cameras, remains under review to reconstruct movements on the night of the disappearance.
Local community reacts to the case
Neighbors in the Catalina Foothills area express concerns about safety after the incident. A nearby resident, who knew Nancy Guthrie from church and the neighborhood, installed additional security cameras in his own residence shortly after the disappearance. Ele described the situation as something unprecedented in the quiet neighborhood and stated that the community continues to wait for positive news.
Small vigils took place near Nancy Guthrie’s home in the days following his disappearance. Moradores report that her absence from routine activities, such as religious services, drew initial attention before the official alert.
Details about the victim and investigation
Nancy Guthrie lived alone at home and maintained a routine that included participation in church groups and Bible studies. Familiares, including brothers and their spouses, were interviewed and ruled out as suspects by the police. The investigation remains active with ongoing analysis of more than 19,000 tips received to date.
The FBI maintains a public appeal for any information, even if it seems small, that could help locate Nancy Guthrie or advance the identification of those involved. Contatos can be done confidentially through official channels.