A quiet Tucson neighborhood has turned into the center of a chilling mystery after Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, was reportedly abducted from her home in the middle of the night. Nearly three days after her disappearance, disturbing video from the scene shows dried blood still visible on the terracotta tiles outside her front door—an unsettling image that has shaken both the local community and viewers across the country.
NewsNation correspondent Brian Entin captured footage Tuesday revealing what appears to be a processed crime scene. The bloodstains remained at the entryway, while Nancy’s Ring security camera had been violently ripped from the door. The damaged device suggests someone may have intentionally tried to destroy surveillance evidence before or during the incident.
Concern first arose Sunday morning when Nancy, described as deeply devoted to her church, failed to show up for services—something friends say was completely out of character. Family members went to her home around noon and found her wallet, phone, car, and other belongings untouched inside. There were also visible signs of forced entry. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos stated firmly that Nancy did not leave voluntarily and that investigators believe she was taken against her will during the night. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility that more than one person was involved.
Officials were quick to dismiss any speculation that Nancy may have wandered off. Sheriff Nanos emphasized she was mentally sharp and fully aware, describing her as “of great sound mind.” With limited mobility and no indication of cognitive decline, investigators say there is no evidence suggesting this was a medical episode or confusion-related disappearance.
Health concerns are adding urgency to the search. Nancy reportedly requires daily medication for high blood pressure and heart-related issues, including a pacemaker. Police dispatch audio confirmed her medical conditions, and investigators revealed that her pacemaker stopped syncing with her Apple Watch—left behind at the house—around 2 a.m. Sunday. That timestamp may offer a crucial clue in determining when she was removed from the home.
As the investigation intensifies, Savannah Guthrie has stepped back from professional obligations, including NBC’s coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. In an emotional Instagram post, she pleaded publicly for prayers and support, asking simply for her mother to be brought home. Blood collected at the scene has been sent for DNA testing, and homicide detectives are now involved as authorities continue treating the case as a possible abduction.
