Sheriff Nanos Slams New Ransom Note In Nancy Guthrie Abduction Case

Sheriff Nanos Dismisses Latest Ransom Note As Hoax

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos is calling out a new ransom note in the Nancy Guthrie abduction case, waving it off as just another sham. Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was kidnapped from her Tucson, Arizona home on February 1, 2026. Despite the case's high profile, with twists and turns galore, this latest note has met with skepticism from law enforcement.

Details of the Latest Ransom Note

On June 26, 2026, TMZ broke the news of a fresh claim. The electronic letter boasts of having "video evidence" on a hidden phone, allegedly capturing the "main guy" with Nancy on the day she supposedly died. The sender even points fingers, naming two suspects complete with their ages and addresses, demanding Bitcoin for the phone’s password. Interestingly, the email originates from the same sources that contacted media shortly after her disappearance.

“This is another desperate attempt to throw police off the scent,” Sheriff Nanos remarked, emphasizing the need to stay focused on real leads.

Previous Communications and Family's Plea

The mystery of Nancy Guthrie's abduction is full of genuine and fake communications. Notably, two letters right after she vanished were validated by authorities – one demanded a hefty sum in Bitcoin, while the other grimly announced her death during the kidnapping. The family, particularly Savannah Guthrie, remains in distress. Savannah's recent emotional appeal on the Today show underscored their anguish as they continue to offer a $1 million reward for any information leading to her mother's recovery.

The investigation continues amidst a convoluted sea of truths and hoaxes, with law enforcement working diligently to cut through the noise and find concrete evidence.