What occurred in the hours leading up to the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother.

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was last seen after a family dinner on January 31 in Catalina Foothills, Arizona. Authorities suspect she was abducted from her home.

Events Leading to Disappearance

Nancy spent the evening with her daughter Annie before being dropped off at her home around 9:30 p.m. Annie reported that Nancy appeared normal during the dinner with no signs of distress.

The following day, Nancy was reported missing when she did not attend a church service. Investigators found signs of forced entry, a struggle, and blood inside her home. Despite no body being found, the case is treated as a suspected abduction.

Investigation and Assistance

Law enforcement officials are being assisted by federal authorities, including the FBI, in analyzing digital data and surveillance footage. Personal items like Nancy’s phone, car, wallet, and medication were left behind.

Messages resembling ransom notes demanding Bitcoin have surfaced, but their authenticity remains unconfirmed. Savannah Guthrie has taken leave from her TV show, asking for prayers and support.

The case has garnered national attention, prompting a local response in Tucson. Vigils and prayer services have been organized, and a reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.

Authorities urge the public to provide concrete information and report any suspicious activities during the night of the disappearance. The investigation is ongoing, focusing on finding Nancy and determining the circumstances of her abduction.