FBI Arrests Imposter in Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note Case, Continues Search

Plea for Safe Return

• 🗣️ Cameron Guthrie, brother of Savannah Guthrie, released a video pleading for his mother Nancy's safe return and asking for proof of life.
• ⏳ A 5 PM deadline mentioned in an alleged ransom letter has passed with no further communication or proof of life.

FBI Arrest of Imposter

• 🚨 The FBI announced the arrest of a man in Los Angeles in connection with an imposter ransom demand targeting the Guthrie family.
• 💰 This individual was reportedly texting the family with demands.

Ongoing Investigation into Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance

• 🔍 Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was last seen taken against her will from her Tucson home five days prior.
• 🚫 The Pima County Sheriff stated there is no person of interest or prime suspect at this time.
• 💡 Investigators are taking all leads seriously, including ransom letters sent to media outlets.

Timeline and Evidence

• 🚪 A doorbell camera's software detected a person at 2:12 AM, and Nancy Guthrie's pacemaker disconnected from her phone at 2:28 AM on the night of her disappearance.
• 🩸 Evidence, including blood found on the porch, has been sent for DNA testing.
• ❓ The sheriff's office is not confirming whether there was forced entry into the home.
• 🚗 Investigators have questioned the Uber driver who transported Nancy Guthrie to her daughter's house the night before she disappeared.

Reward for Information

• 💰 The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie's location or the arrest and conviction of those involved.