Authorities in the United States have reported that the mother of Savannah Guthrie, a host on the Today show, was taken from her residence during the night in a suspected abduction.
Nancy Guthrie, aged 84, was last seen at her home in Catalina Foothills, located north of Tucson, Arizona, at approximately 9:30 pm local time on Saturday. Police have labeled her house a crime scene, indicating a potential non-voluntary departure from the premises.
Sheriff Nanos of Pima County stated that investigators believe Nancy was forcibly taken from her home as she was not capable of leaving on her own due to mobility issues. The incident is being treated as a criminal act that occurred on Saturday night.
According to Sheriff Nanos, efforts are underway to analyze home security footage and biological evidence to aid in the investigation. The police are actively pursuing leads to determine the circumstances surrounding Nancy’s disappearance.
Savannah Guthrie described her mother as her role model in a heartfelt Instagram post on Nancy’s 78th birthday, emphasizing her gratitude for her mother’s influence and presence in her life.
The public has shown support for the family, with offers to assist in the investigation. Sheriff Nanos expressed appreciation for the community’s involvement while emphasizing the importance of preserving the integrity of the ongoing inquiry.
Nancy, a resident of Arizona and a grandmother, was reported missing after failing to attend her regular church service on Sunday morning, raising concerns among friends and family.