Police Detain Person in Connection with Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance, Search Arizona Home
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of US news anchor Savannah Guthrie, has led to a significant development in the case. Police have detained a person in connection with the disappearance and are searching their Arizona home. The individual was taken into custody during a traffic stop, according to sources familiar with the investigation, who spoke to CBS News, the BBC's US partner.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed a court-authorised search at a location in Rio Rico, south of Tucson, Arizona. Nancy Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her home near Tucson over a week ago, prompting a widespread search and desperate appeals from her family. The authorities have not disclosed any details about the detained person.
A woman, identified as the mother-in-law of the detained individual, has spoken out, denying any involvement in the case. She expressed her frustration, stating, 'They're just invading my property.' This statement comes as a surprise, given the serious nature of the investigation.
The news of the detention followed the FBI's release of images and videos of a masked person at Nancy Guthrie's doorstep on the night of her disappearance. The individual was described as armed, and FBI Director Kash Patel stated that new images had been uncovered, showing an armed person tampering with the camera at Nancy Guthrie's front door on the morning of her disappearance. These images provide crucial evidence in the case.
The situation has drawn attention to the White House, with a senior official confirming that the White House is closely monitoring the situation in Tucson. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed that US President Donald Trump had reviewed the surveillance footage, expressing 'pure disgust' at the initial viewing. Trump's involvement in the investigation adds a layer of complexity to the case.
The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information on the case, and the investigation is ongoing. Authorities are also examining a series of ransom notes, including those with deadlines of February 5th and 9th. Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have released videos on social media, pleading for their mother's release and urging the public for assistance.
The family has raised concerns about Nancy Guthrie's health, emphasizing her fragile condition and constant pain. They have also highlighted the critical need for her medication. The investigation has revealed that Nancy Guthrie's pacemaker app disconnected from her phone on the night of her disappearance, and blood was found on her porch, confirmed to be hers. These details add a layer of urgency to the search for Nancy Guthrie.
