The FBI Phoenix office announced that some ransom notes sent to news outlets in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC “Today” show anchor Savannah Guthrie, were not legitimate. The notes were deemed to be extortion attempts without legitimacy.
Investigation Ongoing
The FBI is still investigating the case as a kidnapping for ransom. Local authorities are overseeing the investigation, with the FBI providing assistance. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is taking all tips and leads seriously and is working in coordination with the FBI.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, vanished from her Arizona home on February 1 without her phone or essential medications. The investigation has been ongoing for five months, with several ransom notes sent to local media outlets, including CNN affiliate KOLD-TV and TMZ.
The initial note demanded millions of dollars, while a second note allegedly stated that Nancy Guthrie had died shortly after being kidnapped. The Guthrie family has been dealing with apparent extortionists for several months, adding to the complexity and pain of the situation.
Savannah Guthrie made a new appeal to “Today” show viewers, asking anyone with information to come forward. The FBI is still investigating the legitimacy of the ransom notes and is working to locate Nancy Guthrie.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
