Timeline: Search Intensifies After Disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s Mother, Nancy Guthrie

The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, entered a fifth day as investigators stepped up efforts to identify suspects and determine a motive in her disappearance. Authorities in Pima County, Arizona, called for public help while the FBI joined the investigation.

Background

Nancy Guthrie was reported missing after she failed to attend church on Sunday. Her family has issued urgent public appeals for her safe return. Savannah Guthrie and other relatives have recorded video pleas asking anyone who may have her to make contact, and federal resources have been offered to assist local investigators.

Saturday Night — Last Confirmed Sighting

Police say Nancy Guthrie was last seen Saturday evening. She arrived at her daughter Annie’s home at 5:32 p.m., had dinner, and was driven back to her own residence at about 9:48 p.m. Her son-in-law, Tommaso Cioni, said he waited until she went inside before leaving.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said at a Thursday news conference that the garage door closed at 9:50 p.m., and investigators believe Guthrie was home and preparing for bed at that time.

Sunday Morning — Missing Is Discovered

A doorbell camera at Guthrie’s home disconnected at 1:47 a.m.; software later flagged motion roughly 25 minutes afterward, though officials say no usable video has been recovered. A pacemaker app showed a disconnect from her phone at 2:28 a.m.

On Sunday morning, a friend reported that Guthrie did not show up for church. The family checked on her and notified the Pima County Sheriff’s Department around noon. Officers arriving at 12:15 p.m. described the circumstances as "concerning." Because Guthrie has limited mobility and requires daily medication, searchers treated the situation as urgent.

Monday — Authorities Treat Disappearance As A Crime

Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed investigators were treating the disappearance as a crime and urged neighbors to review any home video they may have. "We saw some things at the home that were concerning to us," he said. At a later interview, Nanos told reporters he believed Guthrie had been abducted, adding, "I believe she was abducted, yes. She didn’t walk from there. She didn’t go willingly."

A missing-person flyer described Nancy Guthrie as 5 ft. 5 in., with brown hair, blue eyes and weighing approximately 150 pounds.

Tuesday — Apparent Ransom Note And Blood At Scene

Investigators said they were analyzing an apparent ransom note that referenced details about what Guthrie was wearing the night she disappeared. The sheriff’s office asked the public to forward tips directly to detectives coordinating with the FBI.

Law enforcement reported drops of blood outside the front door and some blood inside the home. Sheriff Nanos later confirmed that the blood outside matched Nancy Guthrie; additional forensic results were pending.

Wednesday — Family Pleas And FBI Canine Search

By Wednesday investigators had not identified a suspect or person of interest. The FBI returned to the Guthrie residence and deployed canines while detectives followed leads.

Savannah Guthrie: "We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen. Please, reach out to us."

In an emotional video, Savannah and two siblings asked anyone holding their mother to contact the family and urged proof that she was alive. The family stressed Nancy Guthrie’s fragile health and need for daily medication.

Shortly after the family appeal, former President Donald Trump posted that he had spoken with Savannah and said he was directing federal law enforcement to assist the family and local authorities.

Thursday — Ongoing Search And Reward Offered

At a Thursday news conference, Sheriff Nanos said investigators continue to believe Nancy Guthrie is still missing and reiterated a request for the public’s help. Fabian Pacheco, chief of detectives for the Pima County Attorney’s Office, noted that even a single credible tip can break a case and encouraged anyone with information to come forward.

The FBI announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery or to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. The family continues to post video appeals and updates on social media.

How To Help

Anyone with information is asked to call the Pima County tip line at (520) 882-7463 or contact the FBI through local channels. Authorities emphasize that all tips are being reviewed.

Latest Known Facts

• Last confirmed at daughter’s home at 5:32 p.m. Saturday; returned to her residence about 9:48 p.m.; garage closed at 9:50 p.m.
• Doorbell camera disconnected at 1:47 a.m.; pacemaker app disconnected at 2:28 a.m.; no clear surveillance video publicly released.
• Apparent ransom note under investigation; blood evidence at the scene includes blood confirmed to be Guthrie’s outside the home.
• Case is being treated as a crime and investigators have not publicly named a suspect.
• FBI involvement, canine teams, and a $50,000 reward have been announced.