"Late Tuesday, entertainment news site TMZ reported it had received an alleged ransom note demanding a specific, substantial payment in Bitcoin - reportedly in the millions - in exchange for Guthrie's safe return. The note included a deadline for payment and a threat of harm if the demand was not met, and was sent with a Bitcoin wallet address that TMZ verified as a real on-chain account."
"The alleged ransom note also referenced specific details about Nancy Guthrie's clothing and damage to her Tucson-area home. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed law enforcement is aware of reports about possible ransom notes circulating in the investigation, but emphasized that the authenticity of these notes has not been verified. Authorities stressed that they are taking all tips and leads seriously and are coordinating with the FBI on the case."
"Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on February 1, after failing to show up at church in her Catalina Foothills neighborhood. Authorities believe she was taken from her home sometime late Saturday night or early Sunday morning. Evidence collected at the scene has raised serious concerns: signs of forced entry, a blood trail outside the home, and personal effects left behind suggest foul play rather than a voluntary disappearance."
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing on February 1 after not appearing at church in her Catalina Foothills neighborhood. Authorities believe she was taken from her Tucson-area home late Saturday night or early Sunday morning. Investigators found signs of forced entry, a blood trail outside the home, and personal effects left behind, indicating possible foul play. An alleged ransom note demanding millions in Bitcoin, naming a deadline and threatening harm, referenced her clothing and home damage and included a verifiable on-chain wallet address. Pima County and the FBI are investigating, verifying leads, and interviewing friends, neighbors, and family.
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