FBI Announces Lucrative Monetary Award After Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance
Police believe Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, was abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills neighborhood of Tucson, Arizona, on the evening of Jan. 31, 2026.
“I believe she was abducted, yes,” Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said. “She didn’t walk from there. She didn’t go willingly.” In a news conference, the sheriff revealed, “It is a crime scene. We know that… We do have a crime.” He added, “She did not leave on her own. We know that.”
Federal Bureau of Investigation Offering Monetary Award
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is working on close consultation with the Pima County Sheriff's Department as the search for the 84-year-old continues. The FBI described Guthrie as a "vulnerable adult who has difficulty walking, has a pacemaker, and needs daily medication for a heart condition."
In an effort to secure as much information about Guthrie's disappearance and a potential hint towards a suspect, the FBI is now offering a monetary reward. "The FBI is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the recovery of Nancy Guthrie and/or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance," the intelligence agency announced on social media.
The #FBI is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the recovery of Nancy Guthrie and/or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance.
— FBI Phoenix (@FBIPhoenix) February 5, 2026
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Pima County Sheriff's Department Denies Suspect Amid Rumor
Previous reports noted Guthrie had dinner with her daughter Annie and her son-in-law, Tommaso Cioni, who live nearby, hours before she. Cioni dropped her off and ensured she made it inside safely before leaving, Nanos previously noted in a press conference earlier this week.
Former NewsNation journalist Ashleigh Banfield alleged that Cioni may be a suspect or person of interest in Guthrie’s disappearance as he was being questioned by police. After TMZ also reported Cioni as a potential suspect, widespread speculation started regarding Cioni's status as a possible suspect.
In a statement released on Feb. 4, the Pima County Sheriff’s Office made it clear no suspect or person of interest has been identified.
“At this point, investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in this case. Detectives continue to speak with anyone who may have had contact with Mrs. Guthrie,” a statement from the department read. “Detectives are working closely with the Guthrie family. While we appreciate the public’s concern, the sharing of unverified accusations or false information is irresponsible and does not assist the investigation. No suspect or person of interest has been identified at this time.”
In a new press briefing on Thursday, Feb. 5, however, Nanos refused to rule out Cioni as a possible person of interest, saying "Everybody's still a suspect in our eyes."
He added, "We’re actively looking at everybody we come across in this case, we would be irresponsible if we didn’t talk to everybody."
Savannah Guthrie Speaks Out
Following her mother's disappearance, Guthrie dropped out of covering the Olympics for NBC.
“Savannah will not be joining us at the Olympics as she focuses on being with her family during this difficult time,” an NBC spokesperson said. “Our hearts are with her and the entire Guthrie family as the search continues for their mother. We will share additional information about our Opening Ceremony coverage plans soon.”
Guthrie and her family pleaded with a potential kidnapper, reading from prepared remarks that the family is doing "everything we can" to bring their mother home amid fake ransom notes.
“However,” she said, “we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive and that you have her. We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen. Please reach out to us.”
Those with information regarding Guthrie's whereabouts are asked to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324).
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