Nancy Guthrie Update: New Information on Ransom Note Claims Savannah Guthrie's Mom Is Dead
The mystery surrounding the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother has taken another heartbreaking turn.
According to NBC News on Monday, June 22, the second letter sent to media outlets in connection with the case contains a troubling claim that Nancy Guthrie, 84, is dead. The letter was reportedly received by KOLD News 13 in Tucson, Arizona, which also received an earlier note shortly after Guthrie vanished.
While investigators were already aware of the second note, the contents had not previously been made public. According to NBC News, this is the first time it has been reported that the message allegedly claimed Nancy had died.
The first note received by media outlets claimed Nancy was safe and demanded cryptocurrency in exchange for her release. The second message, however, reportedly differed significantly and did not request money. According to NBC News, investigators have examined both letters and believe they may be credible.
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The case has remained under intense scrutiny since surveillance footage surfaced showing an armed, masked individual outside Nancy's home on the morning of her disappearance on February 1. The FBI has since identified the individual as a suspect. Nearly five months later, investigators continue to search for answers.
Meanwhile, TMZ reported on June 22 that the original ransom note they received was authenticated by the FBI. The outlet also revealed it had exchanged numerous emails with a man claiming to know both the identity of the kidnappers and Nancy's whereabouts.
According to TMZ, the individual initially requested one bitcoin in exchange for information before later sending a message indicating that "time is no longer of the essence"-a statement the outlet interpreted as suggesting Nancy may no longer be alive.
Despite the developments, authorities have not confirmed Nancy's fate. The investigation remains active, and the Guthrie family continues to hope for answers.
If you or anyone you know has any information, contact 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324).
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This story was originally published June 22, 2026 at 3:12 PM.