FBI Reviews Thousands of Video Hours & Speaks Out

The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC “Today” show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has stretched into its fourth week with no major breakthroughs, as authorities comb through thousands of hours of surveillance footage and the family renews public pleas for information amid a $1 million reward offer.

Nancy Guthrie was last seen the evening of January 31, 2026, after being dropped off at her home in the Catalina Foothills area of Tucson following dinner at her daughter Annie Guthrie’s residence. She was reported missing February 1 when she failed to attend a virtual church service. Investigators believe she was taken from her bed against her will in the early morning hours, as her pacemaker stopped transmitting signals around 2:28 a.m. that day.

As of February 28, marking day 28 since her disappearance, the Pima County Sheriff’s Office and FBI describe the investigation as active and ongoing. Officials have shifted focus to analyzing extensive video evidence, including newly surfaced Ring camera footage from neighbors showing multiple vehicles in the vicinity during overnight hours surrounding the abduction. One clip captured at least a dozen cars passing near her home between midnight and 6 a.m. on February 1, while another depicted a light-colored vehicle driving past a residence about 2.5 miles away around 2:30 a.m. Authorities have reviewed the material but stated it does not appear directly related to the case, though it continues to inform the timeline and vehicle of interest inquiries.

An FBI official reported the agency has amassed as many as 10,000 hours of video for review, describing it as a key component of the investigation. The command post, initially in Tucson, has been relocated to Phoenix for long-term operational efficiency, with most agents based there. Investigative squads, evidence recovery teams and SWAT units remain active in Tucson through the local FBI satellite office.

On February 27, Savannah Guthrie posted a new Instagram video renewing her emotional plea for her mother’s safe return. Sharing a “Today” show segment explaining the tip submission process, she wrote, “Please — be the one that brings her home. Tips can be anonymous, reward can be paid in cash.” The family-offered reward of up to $1 million is for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery, consistent with FBI criteria. The FBI also offers a separate $100,000 reward.

Savannah Guthrie has emphasized her mother’s fragile health, noting the urgency of her safe return. In earlier posts, she described the abduction as occurring “in the dark of night from her bed,” urging anyone with information to come forward. She has expressed gratitude for public support and prayers while maintaining hope for a miracle.

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department indicated it is “refocusing resources” as the case approaches the one-month mark, limiting public updates to instances when new information warrants release. The Guthrie family home, which served as the primary crime scene, is expected to be returned to the family soon after exhaustive forensic processing, a law enforcement source told CBS News. Savannah Guthrie has indicated plans to return to her “Today” show duties in the near future, though the emotional toll remains evident.

No arrests have been made, and no motive has been publicly identified. Investigators continue examining DNA evidence, including from a glove found about two miles from the home, though recent reports indicate no matches in national databases. A backpack discovered by volunteer searchers earlier in the investigation was not deemed a viable lead.

Nancy Guthrie, a longtime resident of the Tucson area, is widely known beyond her daughter’s celebrity for her work as a Bible teacher, author and conference speaker. She has written numerous books on Christian theology, including studies tracing Jesus through the Old Testament and series such as “Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament.” She hosts the “Help Me Teach the Bible” podcast for The Gospel Coalition and leads workshops on biblical theology. Her website lists upcoming speaking engagements, including events planned for March 20-21, 2026, at Redeemer Lincoln Square in New York and the Katoomba Easter Convention in Australia from April 3-6, 2026. However, these appearances remain uncertain amid the ongoing search.

The case has drawn intense national attention due to Savannah Guthrie’s prominence as a journalist and co-anchor. She has spoken publicly about the family’s anguish, emphasizing hope amid uncertainty. Experts on missing persons cases note the prolonged absence, combined with the lack of a clear vehicle of interest or named suspects, complicates efforts. Former FBI agents have described the challenge of achieving a “clean” disappearance in an era of widespread surveillance, digital tracking and forensic tools, yet this case has so far defied quick resolution.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or local authorities. Tips can remain anonymous, and the $1 million family reward remains active for credible leads leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery.

As the investigation enters its fifth week, the family clings to hope for a positive outcome while grappling with daily uncertainty—a sentiment echoed by advocates for missing persons who stress the psychological strain on loved ones in prolonged cases.