FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward to $100,000

February 13, 2026

TL;DR

The FBI has released a physical description of a suspect in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
The suspect is described as having an average build, approximately 5-foot-9 to 5-foot-10, and was seen wearing a black Ozark Trail backpack.
The reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie's location and/or the arrest and conviction of those involved has been increased from $50,000 to $100,000.
The FBI has added the case to its 'most wanted' list.
Black gloves, potentially belonging to the suspect, were found and are being tested for DNA.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen on January 31st and reported missing on February 1st.
Authorities have been investigating ransom demands made in bitcoin.
The Guthrie family has pleaded directly with the abductor(s) for Nancy Guthrie's safe return.

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