Pima County sheriff: 'No suspect or person of interest has been identified' in Nancy Guthrie case

The Pima County, Ariz., sheriff said on Wednesday that "No suspect or person of interest has been identified" in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC’s “Today” show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie.

The Pima County Sheriff's Department posted on X on Wednesday a statement from Sheriff Chris Nanos, saying, "At this point, investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in this case. Detectives continue to speak with anyone who may have had contact with Mrs. Guthrie.

"Detectives are working closely with the Guthrie family. While we appreciate the public’s concern, the sharing of unverified accusations or false information is irresponsible and does not assist the investigation. No suspect or person of interest has been identified at this time."

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen Saturday night in her home outside Tucson, and her family reported her missing around noon Sunday, after a member of her church notified them the following morning that she didn’t show up for Sunday service as she regularly does, The Hill reported.

Nanos said on Monday that authorities believe Nancy Guthrie was removed from her house against her will in a “possible kidnapping or abduction.”

“We believe she was taken out of the home against her will, and that’s how this investigation is moving,” Nanos told NBC News.