The search for Nancy Guthrie has intensified three weeks after her disappearance, with the reward for information now exceeding £150,000 ($202,500).
Surge in Reward Money
An anonymous donor recently contributed £74,167 ($100,000), matching the FBI’s separate reward, which itself doubled from £37,100 ($50,000) last week. Local donations in Pima County added another £1,855 ($2,500). Combined, the incentives now total £150,225 ($202,500), aimed at encouraging tips that could lead to Guthrie’s recovery or the arrest of those responsible.
Sheriff’s Plea for Public Help
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos urged the public to keep sending information: “When tips dry up, cases go cold. We believe someone knows who did this. We need that person to call.” He explained that tips are ranked by priority, with high-value leads including doorbell camera footage or unique items linked to Guthrie’s case.
Ransom Notes and Family Response
On February 7, Guthrie’s family received ransom demands, though none included proof of life. While no payments have been confirmed, the family has repeatedly expressed willingness to pay for her safe return.
Breakthrough Evidence
Investigators recently discovered “biological evidence” that does not belong to Guthrie, adding weight to the case. The investigation has expanded across borders, involving Mexican authorities.
Technology in the Search
Law enforcement is using advanced tools, including an airborne “signal sniffer” designed to detect faint Bluetooth signals from Guthrie’s pacemaker. This technology could help narrow down her location even if she is not carrying her phone or other connected devices.
Growing Public Engagement
Since February 1, the FBI has received over 13,000 tips. Sheriff Nanos noted that tip calls have risen by 50% compared to the same period last year, reflecting heightened public involvement.
Timeline of Disappearance
Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her Tucson home on January 31 at 9:50 p.m. Doorbell camera data later recorded unusual activity around 1:47 a.m. on February 1, and her pacemaker signal was lost shortly after 2:28 a.m.
