In brief
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing after last being seen at her Tucson home on Saturday night. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that searchers are employing drones, dogs, and additional resources, including the homicide team, due to the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Savannah Guthrie expressed gratitude for the support and reiterated the family's focus on her mother's safe return.
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Authorities in Arizona are searching for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing over the weekend. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos stated that Nancy was last seen around 9:30 p.m. Saturday at her home in the Tucson area, with her family reporting her missing around noon Sunday. Despite having some physical ailments, no cognitive issues were reported. Search efforts have intensified, utilizing drones and search dogs, along with assistance from volunteers and the Border Patrol. The involvement of the homicide team is unusual for such cases, Nanos noted, attributing it to the circumstances observed at the scene. Savannah Guthrie expressed her gratitude for the community's support, saying, 'On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear Nancy.'
