The kidnapping of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie has captured national attention, leading to a widespread manhunt in Arizona. Her disappearance, suspected to have occurred from her Tucson home over the weekend, has not only alarmed her family but also caught the eye of the American public, given her connection to Savannah Guthrie, a well-known NBC anchor.

Family's Desperate Call for Communication

On Thursday, amid growing concern and media frenzy, the Guthrie family made another public plea for information regarding Nancy's whereabouts. Her son, Camron Guthrie, took to Instagram to directly address the kidnappers, urging them to establish contact. 'We haven't heard anything directly. We need you to reach out,' he implored.

Details of the Ransom Demands

The FBI has been actively investigating the case following the receipt of a ransom letter, which included a deadline for a payment by Thursday at 5 PM, although no time zone was specified. A second demand suggests a further payment deadline by the coming Monday. The ransom's amount is yet undisclosed.

Police and Public Response

FBI Special Agent in Charge Heith Janke confirmed an arrest in a separate fake ransom case, emphasizing that all leads were being pursued vigorously. Meanwhile, local law enforcement believes Nancy is still alive, with blood evidence at her home affirming her disappearance was not voluntary.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos expressed the urgency of the situation, affirming, 'Right now, we believe Nancy is still out there. We want her home.’ However, investigators have yet to name a suspect, keeping all possibilities open.

Federal Involvement and Presidential Support

In a show of federal support, President Donald Trump announced that all federal law enforcement resources were available to assist local efforts. Trump also reached out to Savannah Guthrie personally, reinforcing that the federal government stands ready to help the family in any way possible.

As the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, the nation watches closely, hoping for a resolution to this alarming case.

Source:nationalpost