The family of 'Today' show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie is offering a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to the recovery of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who authorities believe was abducted from her Arizona home more than three weeks ago. The announcement was made in an emotional Instagram video posted by Savannah Guthrie on Tuesday.
In the video message, Savannah Guthrie said her family still believes "in a miracle," but also confronted the painful possibility that her mother may not be found alive. "We also know that she may be lost," she stated. "She may already be gone. She may have already gone home to the lord that she loves and is dancing in heaven with her mom and her dad and with her beloved brother, Pierce and with our daddy."
Family Confronts Worst-Case Scenario
Savannah Guthrie said that while the family is prepared to accept this outcome, they are desperate for closure. "If this is what is to be, then we will accept it," she said. "But we need to know where she is. We need her to come home."
Authorities believe Nancy Guthrie was taken from her home in the middle of the night. The case, which is being treated as an abduction, remains under active investigation. No suspects have been publicly named, and the motive for the apparent kidnapping is unclear.
A Plea for Public Assistance
The substantial $1 million reward is a private offer from the Guthrie family, intended to generate new leads in the stalled investigation. "For that reason, we are offering a family reward of up to $1 million for any information that leads us to her recovery," Savannah Guthrie announced in the video.
The plea for public assistance marks a significant development in the search, which has seen limited progress since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance was first reported. Law enforcement agencies have not yet commented on the family's reward offer.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is ongoing. Authorities are continuing to follow all available leads. The family's decision to go public with both their fears and the financial incentive underscores the gravity of the situation and the passage of time without resolution.
This story is developing. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses and in response to any information generated by the reward offer.