Harvey Levin and Charles Latibeaudiere of TMZ Live provided an update on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show anchor Savannah Guthrie, who went missing near Tucson, Arizona.TMZ reportedly received an unverified ransom letter connected to the case. According to Levin, the letter mentioned two deadlines. The first deadline was set for 5 p.m. Thursday and has already passed without any known contact from whoever sent the letter. Levin explained that after the first deadline, the demands were expected to change. A second deadline has been set for Monday and was described as “much more serious,” although TMZ declined to reveal what specific consequences or “triggers” might occur if the demands are not met.
The update followed a press conference held by the FBI and the Pima County Sheriff’s Office, during which authorities confirmed the existence of the deadlines but did not verify the authenticity of the ransom note. Law enforcement officials emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing.Savannah Guthrie and her siblings previously released a public video message pleading for their mother’s safe return and asking anyone involved to provide proof that Nancy is alive. The video was released roughly 24 hours before the first deadline expired.
Federal agents, including K-9 units, conducted a search at Nancy’s Tucson residence. Authorities searched a wooded area near the home as well as the garage. Police temporarily reinstated caution tape around the property during the search, which lasted less than two hours before officers departed.
The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s whereabouts. She has not been seen since Saturday night, when her family last left her at her home. Authorities continue to urge the public to provide any tips that may assist in the investigation.
