# Nancy Guthrie: Ransom note connected to her disappearance said she had died

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Podcast: [Murder Files Unsealed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983)
Published: 2026-06-23T12:37:25+00:00
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## Resource

The episode details the unsolved abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie, from her Arizona residence in early 2026. Evidence suggests a masked intruder entered the home shortly after Guthrie's pacemaker stopped recording data, sparking an intensive multi-agency investigation. The case took a tragic turn when the family received a ransom demand followed by a second message claiming the victim had unintentionally died. Despite a massive monetary reward and advanced forensic testing on DNA evidence, no suspects have been charged and her remains have not been located. This overview examines the disturbing timeline of the disappearance and the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to find resolution for the grieving family. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support . This episode includes AI-generated content.

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