What began as an ordinary weekend evening quickly turned into a deeply troubling situation in Tucson, Arizona, when Nancy Guthrie, mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing from her home. Family members contacted authorities on Sunday, February 1, 2026, after realizing they had been unable to reach her and discovered she was not at home. Law enforcement officers responded quickly, and it soon became clear that the case required urgent attention. Officials noted that the circumstances surrounding her disappearance did not match a typical missing-person situation, prompting a rapid escalation in investigative efforts.
Authorities confirmed that Nancy was last seen late Saturday night after returning home from dinner. According to investigators, nothing unusual was reported during her final interactions with family members, and there were no immediate signs of concern. However, when relatives became worried the following morning after she failed to appear for planned activities, they checked on her residence before calling police around midday. Investigators have since focused on the overnight hours between late Saturday evening and Sunday morning, reviewing security footage and reconstructing a timeline to better understand what may have occurred.
The investigation intensified after detectives examined the residence and discovered evidence suggesting Nancy did not leave voluntarily. Law enforcement officials announced that the case was being handled as a criminal investigation rather than a search-and-rescue effort. Specialized investigative teams, including homicide detectives, were assigned to the case, and authorities began reviewing surveillance video and cellphone data while asking nearby residents to check home security cameras for any unusual activity. Officials have not released specific details about evidence collected, but they confirmed that all available resources are being used to determine what happened.
Nancy’s family has publicly expressed gratitude for the support and assistance received while urging anyone with relevant information to contact authorities. Savannah Guthrie traveled to Arizona to be with relatives and shared a message thanking the public for their concern while emphasizing that the family’s priority remains Nancy’s safe return. Investigators continue to follow tips and analyze new information as the case draws nationwide attention. While many questions remain unanswered, officials stress that the investigation is ongoing and that even small pieces of information could help bring clarity to a situation that has deeply affected both the family and the surrounding community.