What began as a routine family evening has become an active investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. What was initially treated as a missing-person report has since expanded, with authorities focusing on the final hours before she was last seen as they work to determine what occurred.
Officials said Nancy, 84, returned to her Tucson-area home late Saturday night after spending time with family. Law enforcement later clarified details regarding who drove her home, noting that investigators are carefully reviewing timelines and movements from that evening. Authorities have emphasized that no suspects or persons of interest have been publicly identified and that the review is ongoing.
Concern increased the following morning when Nancy did not attend a scheduled church service and could not be reached, prompting relatives to contact authorities. After reviewing information at the residence, officials stated that evidence indicated Nancy did not leave on her own, leading investigators to broaden the scope of the inquiry. Specific details about the evidence have not been released.
As the case has drawn wider public attention, local and federal agencies, including the FBI, have assisted with parts of the investigation. Authorities continue to ask the public to avoid speculation and to share only credible information that may be relevant. Officials say their priority remains locating Nancy and determining the circumstances surrounding her disappearance as the investigation continues.