Authorities have detained a person in connection to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of US news anchor Savannah Guthrie. Police conducted a traffic stop that led to the individual's custody, and a court-authorized search is currently being executed at the person’s residence in Rio Rico, south of Tucson, Arizona.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her home near Tucson more than a week ago, prompting a widespread search and desperate appeals from her family. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department later confirmed the search of the suspect's home.
No details have been disclosed regarding the detained individual's identity. However, reports suggest they are not connected to the case according to statements from the suspect's family members.
The investigation has escalated with the release of surveillance footage by the FBI showing a masked individual tampering with Nancy Guthrie’s doorbell camera on the night of her disappearance. This footage showed the person armed and appears to be attempting to cover the camera lens.
Savannah Guthrie has shared her family's pleas on social media, highlighting their urgent concerns for Nancy's fragile health, particularly since she requires specific medication. Without access to her medicine, her health risks have escalated, and authorities have warned that she may be in dire straits.
A senior official disclosed that the White House is closely monitoring the situation, with President Trump reportedly expressing 'pure disgust' upon reviewing the surveillance footage. The president has urged anyone with relevant information to contact the FBI.
Authorities remain focused on gathering more evidence, including analyzing a series of ransom notes allegedly connected to the abduction. A reward of $50,000 is being offered for information that could lead to Nancy's recovery.
