Sheriff Chris Nanos faces criticism for a second major misstep in the ongoing investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, according to an expert. The Pima County sheriff’s latest public statement, which included a theory about why Guthrie was “targeted” and a warning that the abductor could strike again, was deemed poorly handled by Jason Pack, a former FBI agent and crisis communications specialist. Pack, speaking to Page Six, argued that Nanos’ remarks risked confusing the public by presenting incomplete information. “When you suggest the suspect could strike again without providing context, it leaves people anxious and unsure of how to respond,” Pack said. He emphasized that such warnings should be paired with clear guidance on how to stay safe, rather than being issued in isolation. Nanos’ statement on Thursday included a warning that the abductor might target others, but he refused to share details about his theory on why Guthrie was specifically targeted. Pack criticized this approach, noting that withholding information about the motive could be intentional to avoid giving the suspect a “roadmap” of investigators’ knowledge. However, he warned that the lack of clarity could undermine public trust. The sheriff’s office has faced scrutiny for other missteps in the case. Page Six reported that authorities missed a potential strategy to track the kidnapper by failing to deposit a small amount of Bitcoin into the suspect’s account, which could have led to their location. The ransom note demanded $6 million in cryptocurrency, but the payment deadlines passed without results. Another oversight involved the delayed use of a high-tech Cessna aircraft equipped with thermal imaging cameras.#page_six #nancy_guthrie #pima_county #sheriff_chris_nanos #jason_pack
Day 40 in the Guthrie Case: New details on evidence TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie entered its 40th day as investigators shared new information about evidence collected in the case. Pima County deputies confirmed that a Honda vehicle linked to the investigation will be returned to Nancy’s daughter, Annie Guthrie, soon. The car, which belongs to Annie, was part of the ongoing examination of potential clues in the disappearance. Authorities emphasized that the investigation remains active, with officials still seeking tips and leads from the public. Annie Guthrie was the last person known to have seen her mother alive, after dropping her off at home following dinner on January 31. Despite the family’s close ties to the case, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos reiterated that Annie and the rest of the Guthrie family have been ruled out as suspects. The sheriff’s department has maintained that the case remains open, with no official closure or confirmation of Nancy’s fate. Investigators continue to analyze evidence and follow up on any new information that could aid in locating the missing woman. The community and law enforcement remain committed to finding answers, with the search ongoing as the case reaches its 40th day.#nancy_guthrie #pima_county #chris_nanos #annie_guthrie #guthrie_case
Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance Remains a Mystery as Investigation Gains Momentum The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show cohost Savannah Guthrie, has entered its second month without significant progress. Authorities in Pima County, Arizona, are investigating a damaged utility box near her home as a potential link to the internet outage that occurred the night she vanished. The outage, which disrupted nearby home surveillance cameras, has raised questions about its connection to her disappearance. Guthrie was last seen around 9:45 p.m. on February 1, when she was dropped off at her home in the Catalina Foothills by her family after dinner with her daughter, Annie Guthrie. Her pacemaker stopped syncing with her Apple devices at 2:28 a.m., and she was reported missing around noon the next day. Investigators believe she may have been abducted, though no definitive evidence has been found. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has focused on the damaged utility box located around the corner from Guthrie’s home. Officials suspect it could be tied to the internet outage that occurred around the time of her disappearance. Neighbors reported that home security camera footage from that night is missing or marked “not available,” prompting authorities to ask residents about unusual connectivity issues. Despite no major breakthroughs, Sheriff Chris Nanos told the Today show that investigators are “definitely closer” to solving the case. He emphasized that a dedicated team from his department’s homicide unit is working with the FBI, assuming Guthrie is still alive. “We’ve got a lot of intel, a lot of leads, but now it’s time to just go to work,” Nanos said. The family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to Guthrie’s “recovery.#fbi #nancy_guthrie #savannah_guthrie #pima_county #catalina_foothills
