"The search for Today Show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother is now in its second week. Over the weekend, the Guthrie family said they have received a message from the people who say they took Nancy Guthrie from her home in Arizona. Local police and the FBI say they're following leads and sifting through evidence for any hint that might lead them to the 84-year-old Guthrie. But so far, they say, they have no suspects."
"Savannah Guthrie posted a video message on Instagram Saturday afternoon in which she spoke directly to the people who took her mother. "We received your message and we understand," she said. "We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her." Sitting with her older siblings, brother Camron and her sister Annie, Guthrie went on to say that getting Nancy Guthrie back is the only way her family will have peace."
"Police have not publicly confirmed details about any ransom demands, saying that they are pursuing all potential leads in the case. The FBI, which is working with the local sheriff's department on the case, says the question of whether to pay a ransom is up to the Guthries. "While we advise and recommend from a law enforcement perspective, any action taken on any ransom is ultimately decided by the family," said Heith Janke, FBI special ag"
Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing for more than a week after last being seen by family. The Guthrie family reported receiving a message from people claiming to have taken her, and Savannah Guthrie posted a video plea asking for her mother's return. Multiple outlets reported ransom notes sent to local media, with one station saying a note demanded $6 million by Monday evening. Local police and the FBI are collaborating, following leads and sifting evidence, but officials say no suspects have been identified. The FBI noted that decisions about paying any ransom rest with the family.
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