Authorities in Tucson, Arizona, are intensifying their search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie, after her sudden disappearance from her home raised serious concerns among investigators.
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that the residence is now being treated as an active crime scene as they work to determine how and when Guthrie went missing. What initially appeared to be a missing-person case has taken on greater urgency as new details about her health and mobility have emerged.
According to investigators, Guthrie is mentally alert but physically fragile. She reportedly depends on daily medication to manage serious medical conditions, making the timing of her disappearance especially troubling. Officials say the absence of this medication could pose significant risks to her health if she is not located quickly.
Sheriff Chris Nanos emphasized that authorities do not believe this was a situation in which an elderly person simply wandered away from home. He noted that Guthrie’s limited mobility would make it difficult for her to travel far on her own, particularly without assistance or transportation.
“This is not a case where someone walked off and got lost,” Nanos said during a briefing. “Given her physical condition and medical needs, there are factors here that require close examination.”
Investigators are carefully reviewing the scene and working to establish a precise timeline of events leading up to her disappearance. Detectives are examining whether there were signs of forced entry, unusual activity, or anything out of place inside or around the home.
As part of the ongoing effort, authorities are making a public appeal for assistance. Residents in the surrounding neighborhoods are being urged to check all available surveillance footage, including home security systems, doorbell cameras, dashcams, and business cameras.
Officials stress that even brief or unclear footage could prove valuable. A single image or short clip may help determine whether Guthrie left the home willingly, required help, or encountered someone outside.
Law enforcement is asking anyone who discovers relevant footage to preserve it carefully and submit it directly to investigators. They are also requesting that residents report anything unusual they may have noticed, even if it did not seem important at the time.
The case has drawn national attention due to Guthrie’s connection to a well-known public figure, but authorities continue to emphasize that their focus remains on locating her safely and ensuring she receives necessary medical care.
As the investigation continues, officials say time remains a critical factor. Anyone with information is urged to contact local law enforcement immediately.
