Police have made public two ransom letters believed to be from the individuals who abducted the mother of US broadcaster Savannah Guthrie. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department released the notes on Friday as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, who vanished from her residence in Tucson, Arizona, on February 1.
The sheriff’s department disclosed that the letters were sent to local and national media back in February, in the hopes that someone might recognize the writing style. A statement from PCS’s official account mentioned that the letters offer valuable insights into the kidnapper’s mindset, intentions, and how their tone evolved over time. The initial letter, dated February 2 and directed to Savannah Guthrie, assured her that her mother was safe but frightened, with a warning that harm would come to her if the demanded ransom was not paid.
The letter demanded four million dollars in cryptocurrency for Mrs. Guthrie’s release, with the ransom escalating if the initial demand was ignored. It also stated that there would be no further communication and no room for negotiation. The second note, addressed to the Guthrie family, conveyed the unfortunate news that Mrs. Guthrie had passed away shortly after being taken.
The sheriff’s department highlighted that two videos from Mrs. Guthrie’s doorbell camera captured an unidentified individual making preparations on the night of January 31 to February 1. Authorities urged the public to come forward with any information that could help identify the kidnappers.
Despite the ongoing investigation, Nancy’s well-being remains unknown. Savannah Guthrie continues to remain hopeful for her mother’s safe return and recently made a heartfelt plea to anyone involved in her mother’s disappearance, emphasizing the family’s enduring agony and unwavering commitment to finding her.
The investigation remains active as law enforcement seeks to uncover more details.