Today show host Savannah Guthrie missed the Monday, February 2 broadcast. Co-hosts soon revealed Savannah’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy, was missing from her Arizona home since at least Saturday.
The news was the top story on the Today show, as the co-hosts provided insight on the situation. They also provided a number for the Pima County Sheriff’s Department so viewers could report any sightings or information.
Savannah Guthrie continues to search for her “dear mom” Nancy
On Monday’s show, Craig Melvin opened the segment saying, “We want to get right to what is a deeply personal story for us, Nancy Guthrie, Savannah’s beloved mother, has been reported missing in Arizona.”
“On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom. We thank law enforcement for their hard work on this case and encourage anyone with information to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900,” Savannah said in a statement.
In a Sunday night press conference, Chris Nanos of the Pima County Sheriff verified that Nancy has “no cognitive issues at all. She’s very alert, she’s of good, sound mind.” He added that Savannah’s mother was “not in good physical health.” NBC revealed that the condition of Nancy’s house was “very concerning” and of “grave concern,” according to the sheriff.
As part of the search for Nancy, Arizona authorities have activated several methods. Airplanes, drones, helicopters and search-and-rescue dogs borrowed from Border Patrol have been activated. Foul play remains a possibility, as the investigation involves homicide detectives, although no body has been found. “I hope we find her safe and sound, but we can’t ignore what’s in front of us,” the sheriff said, alluding to the possibility of foul play.
Nancy appeared on the Today show many times with her daughter. Most recently, she participated in a segment on their hometown, Tucson, Ariz., this past November.
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