Alleged Ransom Note For Savannah Guthrie's Mom Demands Hefty Sum In Bitcoin

A grim update has emerged in the case of missing Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie. A new report says an alleged ransom letter for Nancy has surfaced, demanding a hefty sum in Bitcoin.

Police in Arizona have been working around the clock to locate Nancy Guthrie after the 84-year-old went missing near her home in Tucson. Law enforcement reported that Nancy was last seen on Saturday, January 31, 2026, and that she was likely taken by force from her home.

Nancy Guthrie's disappearance has sent shockwaves through social media, prompting users to share stunned reactions on different platforms.

According to TMZ, an alleged ransom note demanding a hefty payment for missing Nancy Guthrie was sent to the publication.

The report states that the amount requested is in the millions and demands that the funds be sent to a specific Bitcoin address.

 TMZ confirmed that the Bitcoin address was real and that the alleged letter had a deadline and "an element of 'or else.'"

TMZ shared the letter with the Pima County Sheriff's Department, which subsequently provided an update on the case.

On X, formerly Twitter, PCSD said that they were "aware of reports circulating about a possible ransom note(s) regarding the investigation into Nancy Guthrie."

The Sheriff's Department explained that they were taking any and all information seriously and that all tips go "directly to our detectives who are coordinating with the FBI."

According to The Blast, Arizona law enforcement officials have said that the current evidence in Nancy's missing case doesn't look good.

A source close to the Guthrie family shared that most of her belongings—including her keys, ID, purse, and phone—were left behind at her home.

They further stated why the situation appeared strange to the Guthrie family. "It's not a situation where she voluntarily went away, because she didn't take any of the things you would normally take if you voluntarily went out."

The insider further noted that Savannah doesn't think her mother would've left her home willingly.

Her reported thoughts echo those of law enforcement, who stated early in the case that they "do in fact have a crime scene."

The Arizona Star reported that Arizona law enforcement officers found "very concerning" evidence inside Nancy's home, leading them to believe she didn't leave the residence on her own.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said Nancy has "limited mobility" and couldn't walk far by herself, adding that authorities believe she was driven away in a car.

Law enforcement wouldn't share whether Nancy was physically harmed during the reported abduction; however, they expressed concern over the 84-year-old being without her medications, stating it could be "fatal" if she doesn't receive them on time.

Savannah shared an Instagram post asking her followers to pray for her mother and the rest of their family during this frightening time. She also wrote about relying on her faith in God to guide them through.

"We believe in prayer. we believe in voices raised in unison, in love, in hope. we believe in goodness. we believe in humanity. above all, we believe in Him," part of the caption read.

Savannah then thanked her followers for showering her family with support, calling her mother Nancy a "woman of deep conviction [and] a good and faithful servant."

The NBC anchor then added a Bible verse from the Book of Isaiah, emphasizing her hope in God to reunite her with her mother.

“He will keep in perfect peace those whose hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord," she wrote.

"Wicked" star Kristin Chenoweth wrote, "Our family has been praying since we heard. We love you, Savannah!"

Olympian Lolo Jones also commented, "Lord, we believe in the power of prayer with Savannah."

"The entire nation is praying for you, your family, and especially your dear mom," another user posted.