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What we know about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie

Authorities say Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was abducted from her Tucson home sometime late Saturday night or early Sunday morning. The case is being investigated as an abduction by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department with assistance from the FBI.

Timeline

• Guthrie was last seen about 9:30 p.m. Saturday, when a family member dropped her off at her home near North Campbell Avenue and East Skyline Drive.

• She was reported missing around noon Sunday after failing to attend church.

• Sheriff Chris Nanos says investigators believe she was taken against her will during the night.

Ransom note

• A ransom note sent Monday to Tucson CBS affiliate KOLD News 13 is being taken seriously, Nanos told CBS News.

• The note reportedly contained specific details about the home and what Guthrie was wearing, though authorities have not confirmed its authenticity.

• TMZ reported receiving an alleged ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin and turned it over to law enforcement.

• The sheriff’s office says all such information is being reviewed by detectives and the FBI.

Evidence at the home

• DNA samples belonging to Nancy Guthrie were collected; the sheriff has not confirmed whether any were blood.

• Her phone and wallet were found inside the home.

• Detectives processed the residence for blood, DNA and fingerprints. So far, lab results have not identified any suspects.

• Nanos declined to confirm reports of forced entry but said investigators found “problematic� evidence inside and outside the home.

• No significant tire tracks or footprints have been reported.

Technology and investigation

• Investigators are analyzing potential data from Guthrie’s pacemaker to help narrow the timeline.

• The home had multiple security cameras; detectives are working to determine whether footage is available.

• The FBI is assisting with cell tower data analysis, interviews and technical support.

Health urgency

• Nanos says Guthrie requires daily medication, making the search time-sensitive.

Suspects and motive

• No suspects have been identified.

• Authorities are considering whether Guthrie was targeted because of her daughter’s public profile but say all possibilities remain open.

• Investigators say they do not believe there is a broader threat to the public.

Family and community response

• Savannah Guthrie has stepped away from her broadcast duties and asked for prayers.

• A candlelight prayer service is planned in Tucson.

• Public officials, including President Donald Trump, have expressed support.

How to help

Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit tips through the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.

This article was prepared with the help of AI technology using information collected and verified by journalists.