Live updates: Savannah Guthrie makes a tearful plea as the search for her mother enters its fifth day
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Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing Sunday afternoon from her home outside Tucson, Arizona, after she did not show up at church.
What we know
- The search for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "TODAY" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has entered its fifth day as local and federal authorities continue to investigate her possible abduction.
- Guthrie, 84, was reported missing Sunday afternoon from her home outside Tucson, Arizona, after she did not show up at church. She was last seen around 9:45 p.m. the previous day, when family members dropped her off at home.
- In a tearful video posted yesterday on Instagram, Savannah Guthrie pleaded for more information from her mother’s possible kidnapper, saying her family is "ready to talk" and asking for proof that Guthrie is alive.
- Reports indicate that ransom notes have been sent to two news outlets referencing Guthrie. NBC News has not seen copies of them and no law enforcement agency has substantiated the reports.
- The Pima County Sheriff's Office is set to hold a press conference at 1 p.m. ET to provide updates on the investigation.
Authorities expected to give update on investigation this afternoon
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is expected to give an update on the Guthrie investigation at 11 a.m. MT/1 p.m. ET. The investigation has been ongoing since Sunday.
‘TODAY’ co-hosts honor Savannah Guthrie’s faith amid the search for her missing mom
After Savannah Guthrie asked for prayers amid the ongoing search for her mother, her fellow “TODAY” co-anchors yesterday honored their colleague’s faith.
“All of her friends are rallying, and know that the way that we can help her is to pray,” Jenna Bush Hager said after a segment about the Guthrie family’s faith. “Her faith leads us, and Nancy leads us as well.”
On Monday night, less than 48 hours after authorities believe Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her Arizona home, Savannah Guthrie shared a message on Instagram asking people to “please pray.”
Her comments have resonated nationwide as local and federal authorities continue to search for the 84-year-old, who was reported missing Sunday afternoon from her home outside Tucson after she did not show up at church.
FBI was at Guthrie home where tearful video was recorded
Heith Janke, FBI special agent in charge, was at the Guthrie family home last night, where the video released by the family was believed to have been recorded, according to two people briefed on the events.
Henke oversees the FBI's Phoenix office, which oversees its Tucson Resident Agency (think of it as a satellite office in Tucson). He is also the person in charge of the FBI’s role in the investigation into the Guthrie case.
A neighbor walks a dog in front of Nancy Guthrie's house Tuesday in Catalina, Ariz. Jan Sonnenmair / Getty Images
What we know about Guthrie's disappearance
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing from her home outside Tucson, Arizona, on Sunday afternoon after she did not show up at church. She was last seen around 9:45 p.m. the previous night, when family members dropped her off at her home.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department believes Guthrie was taken "possibly in the middle of the night, and that includes possible kidnapping or abduction." State and federal law enforcement officials are involved in the investigation, including the FBI.
In a statement yesterday, the sheriff’s department said investigators have not identified a suspect or a person of interest. Authorities previously said they have no credible information that Guthrie’s possible abduction was a targeted incident.
Savannah Guthrie and her mom, Nancy Guthrie, in 2014. Samantha Okazaki / TODAY
Hundreds offer prayers following Guthrie’s disappearance
As the search for Guthrie continues, hundreds of people gathered for a candlelight vigil to offer their support and prayers for her family.
Trump spoke with Savannah Guthrie yesterday amid search for her mother
President Donald Trump called Savannah Guthrie yesterday to offer support as state and federal law enforcement officials continue investigating the disappearance of her mother.
Trump reached out to Savannah Guthrie shortly after an interview with “NBC Nightly News” anchor Tom Llamas. The president assured the Guthrie family that every resource was available as needed.
In a post on Truth Social late yesterday, Trump said: "I spoke with Savannah Guthrie, and let her know that I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and Local Law Enforcement’s, complete disposal, IMMEDIATELY."
"We are deploying all resources to get her mother home safely," the president added. "The prayers of our Nation are with her and her family. GOD BLESS AND PROTECT NANCY!"
Investigators return to Guthrie’s home in renewed search
Investigators returned to Guthrie’s home in a renewed search for clues last evening.
Jim Cavanaugh, former special agent in charge for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, noted that while the video Savannah Guthrie and her siblings released last night does not confirm the authenticity of reported ransom notes, it does show that the family still has questions and is ready to listen.
He added that the video also “humanizes” Guthrie, noting that she “has grandchildren.”
“So that’s very important. I think it was excellent that they did that,” he said.
'TODAY' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie makes emotional plea for mom's safe return
Savannah Guthrie and her siblings, Annie Guthrie and Camron Guthrie, shared a video message on social media last night to their beloved mother.
"We will not rest," Savannah Guthrie said in the video. "Your children will not rest until we are together again." They also addressed reports of a ransom letter, saying, "Please reach out to us."
