TUCSON, AZ — As crews continue their search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, officials are slowly sharing more details surrounding her disappearance, including a timeline of events immediately surrounding the time she was last seen.
During a Thursday morning press conference, FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department officials provided a more detailed timeline of events from last weekend when Nancy was last seen.
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Take a look at the timeline below to see a detailed breakdown of known dates related to the disappearance and investigation of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "TODAY Show" host Savannah Guthrie.
TIMELINE OF EVENTS
Saturday, January 31
- 5:32 p.m. - On Saturday, Jan. 31, at 5:32 p.m., Nancy went to a local family's house, according to the latest timeline information from authorities.
- 9:48 p.m. - Authorities say Nancy was last seen at 9:48 p.m. when she was dropped back off at her home near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue in Catalina Foothills. This is when the garage door opens.
Nancy's daughter, Savannah Guthrie's sister, was the last person known to have seen her, according to reports.
- 9:50 p.m. - Two minutes later, at 9:50 p.m., the garage door closes.
Sunday, February 1
- 1:47 a.m. - On Sunday, February 1, the doorbell camera at the home disconnected, according to police.
- 2:12 a.m. - Software then detected a person on camera at 2:12 a.m., but since there was no video service subscription, no video was available from this detection.
- 2:28 a.m. - Nancy's pacemaker application shows a disconnect from her phone.
- Mid-morning: Nancy did not arrive at a friend's house to watch a church service online, leading to initial concern for her welfare around 11 a.m.
- 11:56 a.m. - The family then attempted to check on Nancy.
- 12:03 p.m. - A 911 call is placed to authorities.
- 12:15 p.m. - Authorities arrive at Nancy's home.
Tuesday, February 3
FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department officials spoke late Tuesday morning, answering questions about the ongoing investigation:
Also on Feb. 3, BlueFly technology was used during the Pima County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue helicopter search over the Guthrie neighborhood. BlueFly is a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi sensor intended for search and rescue operations in challenging environments.
Wednesday, February 4
The three children of Nancy Guthrie released a video statement on social media Wednesday evening, saying they are aware of the alleged ransom notes that were sent to several media organizations.
Watch the full video statement from the Guthrie family that was released Wednesday night in the player below.
Thursday, February 5
On Thursday morning, authorities announced a $50,000 reward, and an impostor making a ransom demand was arrested as police continue their search for Nancy Guthrie, who went missing Saturday.
One of Guthrie's children spoke out in another video posted online on Thursday, requesting more communication about their missing mother:
Friday, February 6
On Friday afternoon, PCSD and the FBI were made aware of a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie. Officials say they are working to verify its authenticity.
Read the full statement below:
A new billboard of Nancy was seen in Phoenix near 16th and Jefferson streets.
President Trump spoke to reporters on Friday, saying, "We have some clues, I think that are very strong and I think we could have some answers up fairly soon from DOJ or FBI."
Saturday, February 7
Savannah Guthrie releases another video message via her social media, telling the apparent kidnappers of her mother that they have received their message and "will pay."
Sunday, February 8
Investigators are seen back out at Guthrie's home as the search continues.
“The Nancy Guthrie investigation is ongoing. Follow-up continues at multiple locations,” the sheriff’s department said in a statement Sunday. “No suspects, persons of interest, or vehicles have been identified. No scheduled press briefings. If any significant developments occur in the case, a press conference will be called.”
Monday, February 9
A ransom note demanding $6 million in Bitcoin for Guthrie's release set a payment deadline of 5 p.m. local time on Monday and threatened her life if the deadline was not met.
Savannah Guthrie posted another video Monday afternoon, saying they are "in an hour of desperation."
The FBI released a new statement Monday evening, saying:
"For more than a week, FBI agents, analysts, and professional staff have worked around the clock to reunite Nancy Guthrie with her family. The FBI is not aware of any continued communication between the Guthrie family and suspected kidnappers, nor have we identified a suspect or person of interest in this case at this time. Additional personnel from FBI field offices across the nation continue to deploy to Tucson. We are currently operating a 24-hour command post that includes crisis management experts, analytic support, and investigative teams. But we still need the public's help. Someone has that one piece of information that can help us bring Nancy home. We need that person to share what they know. Please call us at 1-800-CALL-FBI."
Tuesday, February 10
The FBI released video and images showing a person wearing a mask, gloves, and a backpack, captured on a Nest surveillance camera outside of Guthrie's Catalina Foothills home. The person also appeared to be armed.
Savannah Guthrie also posted on social media, saying, "Someone out there recognizes this person. We believe she is still out there. Bring her home. Anyone with information, please contact 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or the Pima County Sheriff’s Department 520-351-4900."
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt also addressed the newly released video in a press briefing at the White House on Tuesday morning:
"The President encourages any American across the country with any knowledge of this suspect to please call the FBI, who continue to assist state and local authorities who are leading this investigation on the ground. And once again, I will reiterate that the prayers of this entire White House are with Savannah and her family at this time, and we hope this person is found soon, and that her mother is brought home safely."
On Tuesday evening, an individual was detained during a traffic stop in an area south of Tucson, and law enforcement subsequently began to search a location associated with the individual.
Wednesday, Feb. 11
In the early morning hours, the individual who was detained was released from custody. We spoke to him immediately following his release about what transpired.
In the interview, the man, who identified himself as "Carlos," said he was held at the scene of the initial traffic stop for hours.
Federal agents are continuing to search Guthrie's neighborhood, and the FBI alerted those in the area about the search.
NEW: Federal agents going to door to door and searching terrain in Nancy Guthrie’s neighborhood this morning.
— Ford Hatchett (@FordHatchett) February 11, 2026
We saw similar activity in Annie Guthrie’s neighborhood yesterday @abc15 pic.twitter.com/uqiYUOkAGZ
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department says they’ve received more than 4,000 calls to tip lines in the last 24 hours since the surveillance images from Guthrie’s house were released.
Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly briefly spoke with reporters outside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie:
"They now have over 15,000 phone calls that have come in as leads. Some of them have been dead ends. I think the guy in Rio Rico is an example of that. But you can feel how they're, you know, desperate," Kelly said. "We're in 11 days. She's elderly. She has health problems. Gabby and I, we live there in Tucson. We live pretty close by, probably about five miles away. And we're praying for Savannah's Mom, for Nancy. If you think you have something that might be of interest, don't dismiss it. Reach out to the Pima County Sheriff's Department, the FBI, or the Tucson Police. Reach out to somebody, share the information, let law enforcement decide if it's a worthwhile lead."
Thursday, Feb. 12
According to ABC News, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department is now asking Guthrie’s neighbors to check their home security cameras for footage from an earlier timeframe than the early morning of February 1, when she was likely abducted.
Investigators on Thursday asked homeowners for video footage from January 11 between 9 p.m. and midnight. They did not specify why.
They also asked for footage from January 31 between 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Authorities said there was a suspicious vehicle on a nearby street around 10 a.m.
Savannah Guthrie also posted a video on her Instagram account that shows childhood photos with her mother.
In a tweet Thursday afternoon, the Phoenix FBI office announced that the reward for information in Guthrie's disappearance is now $100,000.
Through forensic analysis of the front door video released earlier this week, FBI officials are giving more details on the suspect in the case.
They believe the suspect is a man around 5-foot-9 to 5-foot-10, with an average build.
Friday, Feb. 13
President Trump spoke of the Guthrie case and why the FBI has not taken over, while departing the White House.
A member of the press asked the president, "Why hasn't the FBI taken over the Nancy Guthrie case as the lead investigator? Do you have any updates on how it's going?"
"Well, they took it over originally. You know, it was a local case originally, and they didn't want to let go of it, which is fine," Trump said. "It's up to them. It's really up to the communities. But ultimately, when the FBI got involved, I think, you know, progress has been made."
Saturday, Feb. 14
Sources tell ABC News a second person was detained and released in connection with the Nancy Guthrie investigation Friday night.
The FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department briefly detained a second man and searched a home near Nancy Guthrie’s neighborhood late Friday, but no one was arrested, sources told ABC News.
The sources described the activity as “tracking leads” associated with the Guthrie investigation.
Sunday, Feb. 15
The FBI says a glove containing DNA was found about two miles from Guthrie’s home and appears to match those worn by a masked person outside her front door in Tucson the night she vanished.
The glove, found in a field near the side of the road, was sent off for DNA testing. The FBI said in a statement Sunday that it received preliminary results Saturday and is awaiting official confirmation.
Approximately 16 gloves were found in various spots near the house, most of which were searchers’ gloves that had been discarded, the FBI said.
Later Sunday, Savannah Guthrie released a new video calling for her mother's return.
Monday, Feb. 16
President Donald Trump said in an exclusive phone interview with the New York Post that Nancy Guthrie must be released safely, or the kidnappers could face the death penalty if she is found dead.
Suspect's clothing may have been purchased at Walmart
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department said it's possible the suspect in Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping may have purchased the clothes he’s seen wearing on the surveillance camera at Walmart, but that clothing is not exclusively available at Walmart.
Investigators last week were working to trace the point of sale of the suspect’s backpack, which was sold at Walmart.
On Monday, Pima County Sheriff Nanos announced all family members, including all siblings and spouses, have been cleared of possible suspects in the case.
Tuesday, Feb. 17
Pima County Sheriff's Department said on X on Tuesday: "DNA evidence from gloves found approximately 2 miles from Nancy Guthrie's residence was submitted to CODIS & produced no matches. There is additional DNA evidence that was found at the residence that is also being analyzed."
Wednesday, Feb. 18
Michael Hupy, who is an out-of-state attorney and the president of Milwaukee Crime Stoppers, is offering an additional $100,000 reward for information in the Guthrie case.
ABC15 confirmed the additional reward offer with Hupy's law firm on Wednesday morning.
The FBI is still offering a separate $100,000 in the case.
FBI has reached out to Mexican authorities: Sources
The FBI has reached out to Mexican authorities to make them aware of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
There is no evidence she was taken across the border, but it’s an avenue investigators are exploring given the proximity to Tucson, Arizona, the sources said.
Rewards total over $200K after anonymous donation
The rewards for information leading to Nancy Guthrie or her captor now total more than $200,000 following an anonymous donation on Wednesday, according to the Pima County Sheriff's Department.
An anonymous donation of $100,000 to 88-CRIME increased the program's reward to $102,500, the sheriff's department said. That's in addition to the FBI's $100,000 reward.
Thursday, Feb. 19
Man detained last week identified
A lawyer representing a convicted felon said his client and his client’s mother were briefly detained as part of the Nancy Guthrie investigation.
Luke Daley, 37, and his mother, who is 77, were detained and had their house searched on Feb. 13, according to his lawyer, Chris Scileppi. Their home is about 2 miles from Guthrie’s.
Chris Scileppi confirmed Daley -- who has served time in state prison on drug-related charge -- was the target of the operation by the FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department but reiterated neither Daley nor his mother were arrested and said they have no link to Guthrie.
“Like the entire Tucson community, both Mr. Daley and his mother are hopeful that Nancy will be returned to her family unharmed,” Scileppi said in a statement.
Daley was the second person detained for questioning and released after a deliveryman who identified himself as Carlos was stopped earlier in the investigation. ABC News has previously reported investigators are leaning away from both men as possible suspects.
Friday, Feb. 20
The Arizona Attorney General took several questions on the Nancy Guthrie case on Thursday, calling it "an ongoing, very active investigation".
"We have offered our help, by the way, to both Sheriff Nanos as well as to the FBI. And if they need us, we will be there for them," said AG Kris Mayes.
PCSD said Friday that DNA was undergoing lab analysis and surveillance video turned in by neighbors is being reviewed.
"I would suspect there's a lot that we don't know," said former FBI agent John MacVeigh. "And again, I keep going back to it, what happened in that house? That's the one thing they're not telling us."
So many details about what was found in Nancy Guthrie's home is not known.
MacVeigh, who is now a private investigator in Florida, said he has worked on several high-profile cases. He said that while pressure mounts, following up on tips and leads can be time-consuming.
"If that backpack is something that's sold, you know, extensively, you have to then subpoena Walmart [and] get the information," said MacVeigh.
He said then someone would have to go through each purchase.
"This is like no other kidnapping we've seen being played out in the public," said Andrew Black.
Saturday, Feb. 21
The Pinal County Sheriff's Department announced Sheriff Nanos has asked search groups to "please give investigators the space they need to work."
Private Search Parties: Volunteer search groups have inquired about being in the area. Per the Sheriff, they were asked to please give investigators the space they need to do their work. 1/3
— Pima County Sheriff's Department (@PimaSheriff) February 21, 2026
Tuesday, Feb. 24
Savannah Guthrie released a new video Tuesday morning, announcing a reward of up to $1 million for Nancy Guthrie’s recovery.
Friday, Feb. 27
According to ABC News, the Pima County Sheriff's Department said video obtained by Fox News Digital is part of the investigation into Guthrie's case, though it is unclear whether it has any relevance.
A Ring camera 2.5 miles from Guthrie's house captured a car going by around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1, about the time police believe she was abducted.
The FBI said it is aware of the footage.
Wednesday, March 4
Sheriff Nanos stated in a recent interview that the black gloves found approximately 2 miles away from Nancy Guthrie’s home were traced back via DNA analysis to a person who works at a restaurant in the area. That person is not considered part of this investigation.
Lab analysis remains underway on other DNA evidence.
Not further information is available.
ABC15 will continue to update this timeline as new developments occur.
