Here's the latest
• Purported deadline nears: Nancy Guthrie’s possible abductors are demanding $6 million by 5 p.m. today, CNN affiliate KGUN reported, citing a purported ransom note sent to the station. The note included a threat to Guthrie’s life if the deadline isn’t met, according to KGUN.
• Family’s plea: Guthrie’s children posted on social media a plea for their missing mother’s return, with “Today” host Savannah Guthrie saying, “We will pay.”
• No suspects: There have been no suspects named as the search for the 84-year-old enters its second week. Law enforcement officials were at her home on Sunday, and were also seen at the home of her daughter Annie late Saturday.
Sheriff's deputy present at Nancy Guthrie's home
It’s nearing 4 a.m. in Arizona’s Catalina Foothills where Nancy Guthrie’s home is, and a CNN producer has witnessed a sheriff’s deputy at the property.
A law enforcement vehicle with “sheriff” written on the side is parked near the property with static red and blue lights on, video taken from the scene shows.
We reported earlier that the Pima County Sheriff’s Department will continue to guard the 84-year-old’s home at the request of her family.
Concerns about Nancy Guthrie's health as search enters second week
Nancy Guthrie, who is 84 years old, needs to take daily medication that “could be fatal” for her to go without, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said last week.
She has now potentially been without that critical medication for over a week.
Guthrie is “of great sound mind” and “sharp as a tack” according to Nanos, but also has limited mobility and “couldn’t walk 50 yards.”
In an emotional video released Wednesday night, Guthrie’s daughter Savannah said her mother’s “heart is fragile” and that she is in “constant pain.”
Authorities have been contacting pharmacies and local hospitals for any sign of the woman or an effort to get medication for her.
Guthrie also has a pacemaker — a medical device that regulates a heartbeat — that last sent a signal to her iPhone at 2:28 a.m. on Sunday, Nanos said.
CNN’s Chris Boyette, Lauren Mascarenhas, Josh Campbell and Andy Rose contributed to this reporting.
Security to remain on guard at Nancy Guthrie's home, Pima County officials say
At the request of Nancy Guthrie’s family, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department will continue to guard the 84-year-old’s home, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s department said in a statement Sunday.
At least two investigators from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department were seen on Guthrie’s property Sunday afternoon.
FBI director's planned visit to Tucson unrelated to Guthrie investigation
FBI director Kash Patel’s visit to Tucson, Arizona, is not related to the search for Nancy Guthrie, a bureau official reiterated Sunday, following reports of an upcoming trip.
The bureau’s comment to CNN came after reports Patel is scheduled to travel to Tucson on Monday.
Last week, FBI Special Agent in Charge Heith Janke said in a press conference Patel was being briefed several times a day on the investigation and had planned to travel to Tucson for a pre-scheduled trip before Guthrie’s disappearance.
As a purported deadline approaches, here's what we know about the ransom notes
A purported ransom deadline of 5 p.m. today is nearing as new details emerge about the possible abductors, or abductors,’ demands. Here’s what we know:
- $6 million by Monday: The purported kidnapper or kidnappers have demanded $6 million and threatened Guthrie’s life if a 5 p.m. Monday deadline isn’t met, reported CNN affiliate KGUN, citing a ransom note sent to the station.
- Bitcoin demand: Purported ransom notes sent to KGUN and other media outlets demanded millions in Bitcoin in exchange for Guthrie’s return, CNN previously reported.
- Officials still probing second note: Officials are investigating the authenticity of a second message sent to KOLD on Friday about Nancy Guthrie. The note included sensitive information and no deadline, according to an anchor at the outlet.
- Family’s decision: Guthrie’s children posted a new plea on social media for their mother’s return, with “Today” host Savannah Guthrie saying, “We will pay.” Authorities have said the decision to pay any supposed ransom is up to the Guthrie family.
- No suspects identified: There have been no suspects named as the search for Guthrie enters its ninth day. Law enforcement officials returned to her home Sunday, and were also seen at the home of Guthrie’s daughter Annie late Saturday.
Timeline: The search for Nancy Guthrie is in its ninth day. Here's what has happened
Nancy Guthrie was last seen by her family on January 31, when she joined relatives for dinner and a game night near her home in the Tucson-area, Arizona.
Here’s a look back at the events that have unfolded since last week:
Saturday, January 31
- Guthrie takes an Uber to her daughter Annie’s home at around 5:32 p.m.
- Family members take her back home, with Guthrie’s garage door opening at approximately 9:48 p.m. and closing at 9:50 p.m.
Sunday, February 1
- At 1:47 a.m., a few hours after Guthrie is believed to have returned home, her doorbell camera is disconnected.
- At 2:12 a.m., surveillance camera software detects movement.
- Guthrie’s pacemaker app data shows it disconnected from her phone at 2:28 a.m.
- Relatives check on Guthrie at 11:56 a.m. after finding out she was uncharacteristically absent from church. They discover that she wasn’t home.
- Relatives call 911 at 12:03 p.m. to report her missing.
- Pima County Sheriff’s Department patrols arrive at her home by 12:15 p.m.
Tuesday, February 3
- Several media outlets, including TMZ and CNN affiliate KOLD, receive purported ransom letters demanding millions of dollars in bitcoin for Guthrie’s return. One note includes a first deadline of 5:00 p.m. Thursday and a second deadline for Monday.
Wednesday, February 4
- The Guthrie siblings post a video on Instagram with Savannah Guthrie saying they “need to know without a doubt that she’s alive and that you have her.” She emphasizes that her mother is in “constant pain” and needs her medication to survive.
Thursday, February 5
- The first deadline mentioned in the purported ransom note passes at 5:00 p.m.
- Savannah Guthrie’s brother Camron issues another plea on social media at 5:00 p.m. local time, the first deadline given in the ransom note. “We need you to reach out and we need a way to communicate with you so we can move forward,” he says in the video.
Friday, February 6
- KOLD receives a second note about Guthrie’s disappearance. Anchor Mary Coleman says the latest message included sensitive information and no deadline, unlike the first letter. Authorities say they are looking into the note’s authenticity.
- Investigators resume searches at Guthrie’s home and in the surrounding area. A car which appeared to be Guthrie’s is towed away.
Saturday, February 7
- Guthrie’s children plead for their mother’s return in a video posted on social media. In the clip, Savannah Guthrie says, “We received your message, and we understand,” later saying: “We will pay.”
- Law enforcement officials are seen at Annie Guthrie’s home. They leave shortly after 10:30 p.m. with a bag. One deputy sheriff is also seen wearing blue latex gloves.
Sunday, February 8
- CNN affiliate KGUN reports that the purported kidnapper or kidnappers have demanded $6 million and threatened Guthrie’s life if a 5 p.m. Monday deadline isn’t met, citing a ransom note sent to the station.
- Investigators return to Nancy Guthrie’s home just before 11 a.m. At least two investigators are seen examining the septic tank near her home.
