Nancy Guthrie Latest Updates: Final Ransom Deadline Looms As Search Enters Ninth Day, Savannah Says 'We Will Pay'
3 minute readPublished: Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:36 pm
Ransom Deadline Nears in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
The search for Nancy Guthrie enters its ninth day as authorities and the Guthrie family face a looming deadline in a suspected kidnapping case. Several ransom notes have been received by news outlets since Guthrie went missing, though the specific contents of these notes have not been released to the public.
According to Heith Janke, the special agent in charge of the FBI's Phoenix division, one of the ransom notes included a deadline and a specific monetary demand. The first deadline, which has now passed, was set for Thursday at 5 p.m. A second, more critical deadline is scheduled for Monday at 5 p.m. The notes, however, have not provided a direct means of communication with the alleged kidnappers.
During a Thursday news conference, Agent Janke revealed that one of the notes mentioned an Apple Watch and a floodlight, but did not elaborate further. While one note sent to a local TV station claimed Guthrie was unharmed, none of the notes have provided any proof of life.
The Guthrie family, including Savannah Guthrie and her siblings, have expressed deep concern for their mother's well-being. They have emphasized that Nancy Guthrie has serious health issues and requires medication that is critical to her survival.
A recent report from local TV station KGUN 9 indicates that a ransom note demanded $6 million in Bitcoin be paid by Monday at 5 p.m. The note reportedly warned that Nancy Guthrie's life is at risk if the payment is not made by the deadline.
BNN's Perspective: The situation surrounding Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is deeply concerning. The lack of direct communication with the alleged kidnappers and the absence of proof of life are particularly troubling. While the family's willingness to pay the ransom is understandable given the circumstances, it also highlights the complex challenges law enforcement faces in these types of cases. The focus now must be on ensuring Nancy Guthrie's safe return while also bringing those responsible to justice.
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