A devastating new development has emerged in the disappearance of NBC “Today” co-host Savannah Guthrie’s mother, prompting an emotional public plea from the television personality as investigators continue searching for answers.
“Somebody knows something,” Guthrie said on the “Today” show. “We are in agony.”
According to reporting by The Guardian, a previously undisclosed second note allegedly sent by Nancy Guthrie’s captors claimed the 84-year-old died shortly after her abduction and that her death was accidental. The report further stated that the note claimed Nancy had been buried, though no location was provided.
In a report by Fox News, it was discussed how the second note by the alleged captors stated, “She perished shortly after she was taken…she is buried in nature now,” before stating that they were “truly sorry.”
Authorities have not verified the claims contained in the note, and no remains have been recovered. The investigation remains active.
Nancy Guthrie disappeared from her Arizona home on Feb. 1 under circumstances investigators have described as suspicious. According to previous reports, evidence discovered at the scene suggested she may have been taken against her will.
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The Guardian reported that the newly revealed message was sent months ago but had not been publicly disclosed. The note marked a dramatic shift from an earlier communication that claimed Nancy was alive.
According to NBC News, the first alleged ransom note demanded $6 million in Bitcoin in exchange for Nancy’s release. The second note reportedly made no additional request for money.
Shortly after receiving the message, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings recorded a direct video appeal to whoever may have taken their mother.
“We received your message, and we understand,” the family said in the recording. “We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way we will have peace.”
The family also indicated they were willing to meet the original ransom demand.
“This is very valuable to us. And we will pay,” they said.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the communications, Savannah Guthrie acknowledged that she believes the messages may be authentic.
“I believe the two notes that we received, that we responded to, I tend to believe those are real,” Guthrie said in comments reported by NBC News.
Investigators have not reached a conclusion regarding Nancy Guthrie’s fate. According to NBC News, authorities continue searching for a masked man captured on doorbell camera footage near the residence and are attempting to identify DNA evidence recovered from the home.
For the Guthrie family, the lack of answers has created an ongoing burden that extends far beyond the headlines.
“This is a new story today that is on your radar, but this is the life that my sister lives, I live, my brother lives, our extended families live, our children live every day,” Guthrie said.
Speaking candidly about the emotional toll, she added, “We are in agony. We cannot be at peace no matter how much I try to come out here every day and smile and find that joy.”
Guthrie urged anyone with information to contact investigators, emphasizing that tips can be submitted anonymously.
“We’re begging for your help,” Guthrie said.
We are reminded that behind every headline is a family carrying unimaginable grief and uncertainty. Pray for Savannah Guthrie, her siblings and their entire family as they endure this painful season. Pray that every hidden truth will be brought into the light, that investigators will receive the breakthrough they need and that anyone with information will find the courage to come forward.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the newly released book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
