Authorities have raised the reward for information concerning the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, who is feared to have been abducted from her home outside Tucson. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has intensified search efforts, combing the surrounding desert and conducting door-to-door inquiries for any clues.
Guthrie was last seen on January 31 and was reported missing on February 1. Law enforcement has released a description of a man captured on surveillance footage outside her residence that night, wearing a distinct backpack.
Guthrie's family has made emotional appeals for assistance, and the case is drawing widespread public interest. Following a community alert, residents within a two-mile radius are being asked to provide any camera footage or information about suspicious activities in the area prior to her disappearance.
Timeline of Events:
January 31
- 5:32 PM — Nancy Guthrie arrives home via Uber.
- 9:48 PM — Seen being dropped off at her residence.
February 1
- 1:47 AM — Doorbell camera is disconnected.
- 2:12 AM — Motion detection captured by camera software.
Investigative Developments
As the investigation unfolds, authorities have issued new requests for any surveillance footage from the previous month and released the description of the male seen at her home. The FBI has also doubled the reward for any information leading to her return to $100,000.
On February 2, investigators declared that they believe Nancy was taken against her will. The urgency escalated with the appearance of a potential ransom note received by local media.
Throughout the week, both investigators and Guthrie's family have taken to social media, where Guthrie's daughter Savannah has shared multiple heartfelt videos addressing the kidnappers directly.
Latest Updates
The search continues with significant resources committed by law enforcement, including advanced technology and local volunteers. The community's involvement remains vital in the ongoing effort to locate Guthrie and bring her home safely.
