As the search for Nancy Guthrie entered its sixth day, emotions surfaced publicly as investigators continued working without clear answers. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, who has led the case from the beginning, became visibly emotional during a new interview while discussing the personal toll of the investigation.
‘You Have To Have Hope’: Sheriff Nanos Gets Teary-Eyed in New Interview
Speaking with NBC correspondent Liz Kreutz in an interview that aired on the “Today” show on Friday, February 6, Nanos addressed where hope still comes from, as no suspect or person of interest has been identified in the disappearance of the 84-year-old mother of three.
“You have to have hope,” Nanos said, his voice trembling. “You have to have hope. Come on, this is somebody’s mom. We’re gonna find her.”
Guthrie Family Pleads Directly for Contact
The Guthrie family has continued to speak publicly, urging whoever took Nancy to make contact so a line of communication can be established.
In an emotional video shared on February 4, Savannah Guthrie appeared alongside her siblings, Annie and Camron Guthrie, addressing those responsible for their mother’s disappearance and asking them to come forward.
“As a family, we are doing everything that we can. We are ready to talk,” Savannah said. “However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her. We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen. Please, reach out to us.”
The following day, Camron shared a second video, again directing his plea to the abductor and emphasizing the family’s need for direct contact.
“Whoever is out there holding our mother, we want to hear from you,” Camron said. “We haven’t heard anything directly. We need you to reach out, and we need a way to communicate with you so we can move forward.”
Authorities Address Ransom Note Developments
During a press conference on Thursday, authorities said they are continuing to investigate a ransom note that was shared with media outlets and demanded bitcoin.
Officials also confirmed that a separate, fraudulent ransom attempt led to an arrest earlier that day.
“My next message is to those impostors who are trying to take advantage and profit from this situation,” FBI Agent Heith Janke said. “We will investigate and ensure you are held accountable for your actions.”
He added that the arrest was unrelated to Nancy’s disappearance. “We believe there’s no evidence to connect this to Nancy’s case. It was someone who was trying to profit from it, a total imposter.”
What We Know as the Search Enters Its Sixth Day: How to Help
- Nancy was last seen at her Arizona home on Saturday, January 31, after her daughter, Annie, dropped her off. She was reported missing the following day when she did not attend church.
- Authorities continue to investigate her disappearance and are urging anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward.
- Tips can be reported to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900.
- Anonymous tips are welcome by calling 88-CRIME or 520-882-7463, using the P3TIPS mobile app, or visiting 88crime.org.
- As of the time of writing this story, the search for beloved Nancy remained ongoing, with investigators and her family holding onto hope.
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Tearful Sheriff Delivers Emotional Update to Journalist Amid Nancy Guthrie Disappearance