Mother of US Journalist Savannah Guthrie Missing as FBI Releases New Surveillance Footage
Feb 11, 2026: The FBI has released new surveillance images in the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of prominent US television journalist Savannah Guthrie, intensifying a case that has drawn nationwide attention in the United States.
Nancy Guthrie, a private citizen with no political or public office background, was reported missing earlier this month from her home near Tucson, Arizona.
Savannah Guthrie, a well-known co-anchor of NBC’s Today show, has since made repeated public appeals for information, urging anyone with possible leads to contact law enforcement.
According to federal authorities, the newly released footage shows a masked individual at Nancy Guthrie’s front door during the early hours of the morning on the day of her disappearance.
Investigators say the individual appears to have interfered with the home’s security camera.
Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and local sheriff’s departments, are continuing their investigation and have asked the public to come forward with any information that could assist in locating her.
Officials say inquiries remain active as forensic and digital evidence is reviewed.
No clear motive yet
Investigators have not confirmed a clear motive behind Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, though authorities are examining all possibilities, including a potential abduction.
Reports circulating in US media have referred to messages sent to news outlets that allegedly demanded money, but federal officials have said they are not aware of any verified communication between the Guthrie family and any suspected perpetrators.
Law enforcement officials have described the case as complex, noting that digital and forensic evidence is still being reviewed.
The FBI has said it recovered surveillance images from backend systems after the home’s door camera was found disconnected, raising further questions about whether the device was deliberately interfered with during the incident.
Authorities have also appealed to the public for assistance, stressing that even minor details—such as unusual activity in the neighborhood or sightings of unfamiliar individuals—could prove significant.
Former investigators have noted that cases involving masked suspects often rely heavily on public tips to identify patterns, clothing, or behavior that may be recognized by someone who knows the individual.
Family members, including Savannah Guthrie, have continued to make public appeals, saying they believe Nancy Guthrie is still alive.
Officials say the investigation remains active and ongoing, with multiple agencies coordinating efforts as they pursue new leads and analyze available evidence.
Watch the FBI-released surveillance footage and expert analysis in the full CBS News report here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYLSgODXjp4
