As the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie approaches the six-month mark, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has described the examination of key evidence as both complex and highly time-consuming. In a statement released in late July 2026, Nanos confirmed that the investigation into the disappearance of the mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie remains fully active.
Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home in the Catalina Foothills area of Tucson, Arizona, on the evening of January 31, 2026. She was reported missing the following day. Authorities have treated the case as a suspected kidnapping. A joint task force made up of investigators from the Pima County Sheriffâs Department and the FBI continues to work the case.
According to Sheriff Nanos, teams have spent the past six months analyzing DNA samples and digital evidence collected from the scene and related sources. âThis work is complex and time-intensive, but investigators continue to pursue every credible lead,â he said. He added that the volume of material is substantial, including DNA and extensive video evidence, and that the process is being handled carefully to avoid mistakes.
Nanos has publicly stated that he remains optimistic the case can still be resolved. He noted that investigators are following established scientific guidelines and trusting laboratory processes rather than rushing conclusions. No arrests have been made, though the sheriff has indicated he believes potential persons of interest could still be in the Tucson area.
The family has continued to appeal for information. Savannah Guthrie recently issued a public plea urging anyone with knowledge of her motherâs whereabouts to come forward, emphasizing that it is never too late to do the right thing. Sheriff Nanos echoed that message in his update.
Additional developments around the six-month point included the public release of ransom-related notes that investigators believe contain distinctive language patterns which could help identify the writer. Earlier tips, including one that led volunteer searchers to an area near the U.S.-Mexico border, did not produce results. A reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrieâs recovery has remained available.
As of early August 2026, the investigation is still open. Authorities continue to stress that every credible lead is being examined and that the publicâs assistance remains critical.
Sources: https://nypost.com