Police dig up septic tank behind missing woman's home as deadline looms
In a bizarre and alarming development, detectives searching for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of US television host Savannah Guthrie, have turned to an unlikely location: her septic tank. The move comes as authorities scramble to meet a reported ransom deadline, leaving the family on edge.
According to reports, three detectives were seen probing the maintenance hole behind Nancy's Tucson home with a long pole, sparking speculation about what they might be searching for. While details are still unclear, police have confirmed that DNA tests have linked the blood found on her front porch to her person, suggesting she was taken against her will.
The investigation has received national attention, including from President Donald Trump's administration, who has pledged all available resources to ensure Nancy's safe return. The Pima County Sheriff's Department has maintained a visible security presence at her residence and warned the public to respect private property laws.
A series of ransom letters have been circulated, demanding payment in bitcoin with established deadlines, sparking fears for Nancy's safety. Savannah Guthrie herself has issued a video message, promising to pay for her mother's safe return, saying it would bring her family "peace" after receiving the demands.
With an FBI reward of $50,000 on offer for information, authorities are urging anyone with details about Nancy's whereabouts to come forward. The investigation remains ongoing, with detectives working to uncover what might have led to her disappearance. As time ticks away and a deadline looms closer, the Guthrie family can only wait anxiously for news of their beloved matriarch's fate.
In a bizarre and alarming development, detectives searching for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of US television host Savannah Guthrie, have turned to an unlikely location: her septic tank. The move comes as authorities scramble to meet a reported ransom deadline, leaving the family on edge.
According to reports, three detectives were seen probing the maintenance hole behind Nancy's Tucson home with a long pole, sparking speculation about what they might be searching for. While details are still unclear, police have confirmed that DNA tests have linked the blood found on her front porch to her person, suggesting she was taken against her will.
The investigation has received national attention, including from President Donald Trump's administration, who has pledged all available resources to ensure Nancy's safe return. The Pima County Sheriff's Department has maintained a visible security presence at her residence and warned the public to respect private property laws.
A series of ransom letters have been circulated, demanding payment in bitcoin with established deadlines, sparking fears for Nancy's safety. Savannah Guthrie herself has issued a video message, promising to pay for her mother's safe return, saying it would bring her family "peace" after receiving the demands.
With an FBI reward of $50,000 on offer for information, authorities are urging anyone with details about Nancy's whereabouts to come forward. The investigation remains ongoing, with detectives working to uncover what might have led to her disappearance. As time ticks away and a deadline looms closer, the Guthrie family can only wait anxiously for news of their beloved matriarch's fate.
. I mean, can you imagine being in Savannah's shoes, waiting for any sign of her mom? It's like something out of a movie, but not in a good way 
. And those ransom letters, dude... who comes up with this stuff? 
Bitcoin demands? Come on! The Guthrie family deserves better than some shady online operator trying to cash in on their tragedy 
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I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the detectives dig up something crucial from that septic tank (not literally, though 
). It's been weeks, and every passing day feels like an eternity. When will we get some real news instead of these vague updates? 
Time's running out, but I know Nancy will be found soon 
. and what's with the ransom letters? demanding bitcoin? are they serious? 
It's like something out of a movie! 
And Savannah Guthrie's video message, I feel bad for her... she must be going through hell 
. The fact that President Trump's administration is involved is pretty interesting too... does he actually have some insight into what might happen next? 
I mean, who wouldn't want to search for a missing 84-year-old woman in the most unlikely of places - her septic tank? 
, and I'd love to see some real detective work done here... not just a septic tank excavation 
. Can't wait for the next update! 
can't imagine losing her mom, 84 is young but still so much love in that family 
It's just so over the top and unnecessary. I mean, I get that they need to find out what happened to her, but do they really have to be so invasive? And those ransom letters are straight outta a bad movie 
. The Guthrie family is going through enough already, can't we all just chill for once? 
, one wrong move and she could be gone forever 
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this is just terrible, can't believe they're having to dig up grandma's septic tank... imagine how traumatic it must be for her kids 
my heart goes out to the Guthrie family 
... they deserve so much better than this