Investigation Grows as Police Detain Suspect in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance

Thu Feb 12 2026 00:05:50 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A person of interest has been detained amid ongoing searches related to the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of television anchor Savannah Guthrie. Authorities are following leads and appealing for public assistance in the case.

In an escalating investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, police have detained a person of interest after a recent traffic stop. Authorities are carrying out a court-authorized search in Rio Rico, Arizona, where they continue to dig for evidence related to the case. Savannah Guthrie and her siblings appeal for public help as they remain hopeful for their mother's safe return amidst concerns over her health and medication needs.

Police have detained a person in connection to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of US news anchor Savannah Guthrie.

Authorities confirmed that they are conducting a court-authorized search at a location in Rio Rico, south of Tucson, Arizona, following leads obtained during a traffic stop involving the detained individual.

Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her home more than a week ago, prompting a widespread search and heartfelt appeals from her family. They are increasingly worried about her health and medication needs, with Savannah previously emphasizing that her mother lives in fragile health.

The police's investigations are underscored by disturbing findings, including blood identified as Guthrie's on her porch and surveillance footage of an armed individual tampering with her home’s security camera on the night of her disappearance. The FBI has released images of this masked person and is offering a reward for any information leading to her recovery.

Family members have taken to social media platforms, asking for the public's help in locating their missing mother. A significant concern remains regarding her access to essential medication, vital for her health condition. Authorities have urged anyone who may recognize the suspect from the footage to reach out to law enforcement.

As the investigation unfolds, the White House is actively monitoring the situation with President Trump reportedly expressing his alarm upon reviewing the details and urging Americans to assist in the investigation.