Nancy Guthrie ransom notes likely came from abductor who said she died, investigators believe

Updated on: June 22, 2026 / 8:44 PM EDT / CBS News

Nancy Guthrie ransom notes likely came from abductor who said she died, investigators believe

TL;DR

  • Investigators believe the two ransom notes sent to Nancy Guthrie's family were likely from her abductors.
  • The first note demanded millions in bitcoin for Guthrie's release.
  • The second note stated that Nancy Guthrie had died, but indicated it was not intentional.
  • Authorities believe both notes were sent from the same computer IP address.
  • Savannah Guthrie believes the two notes she and her family received are authentic.
  • The first note, sent on February 2, included specific details about Guthrie's home and was addressed to Savannah Guthrie.
  • The second note, sent on February 6, was similar in style but made no demands.
  • Savannah Guthrie and her siblings publicly addressed the kidnappers, offering to pay for their mother's return.
  • The FBI and Pima County detectives are continuing the investigation.