Investigation Continues in Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has shared that DNA obtained from gloves found near Nancy Guthrie’s home did not match any entries in the FBI’s databases. In a recent interview, Nanos indicated that neither the DNA from the gloves nor from the residence aligned with any records in the FBI’s Composite DNA Index System.
On February 1, in the early hours, Guthrie was forcibly taken from her home in Tucson, Arizona. Nanos emphasized that she did not leave willingly. “We’re always hoping for progress,” he mentioned, “but this morning we learned the DNA from a glove discovered two miles away was submitted to CODIS, and unfortunately, there were no matches.” It remains a challenging situation for investigators.
The sheriff’s office announced on social media that the DNA from Guthrie’s home is still undergoing analysis. They noted, “While the DNA from the gloves did not match any profiles in CODIS, our investigation continues with further testing of the samples found on the property.”
A spokesperson elaborated that DNA Laboratory International, responsible for analyzing the samples, is closed on weekends and will also be unavailable on February 14 and 15. However, the institute has indicated they can arrange analyses during weekends if necessary.
Former FBI Special Agent Jason Pack highlighted the potential of using genetic genealogy now that there’s no DNA match in CODIS. He explained that this method merges DNA analysis from crime scenes with public genealogy databases—a process distinct from CODIS, which only compares to DNA from individuals already in the system.
This investigative technique previously helped capture the Golden State Killer in 2018, where investigators identified distant relatives through public genetic databases, ultimately leading to the arrest of Joseph DeAngelo.
In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Savannah Guthrie, Nancy’s daughter and host of NBC’s “Today” show, urged anyone with information to come forward. “It’s never too late to do the right thing,” she expressed. “We still have hope and believe in the goodness of people.”
Timeline of Events Surrounding Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance
- January 31, 2026
- 9:30 – 9:45 p.m.: Family drops Nancy off at home.
- 9:50 p.m.: Garage door closes.
- February 1, 2026
- 1:47 a.m.: Doorbell camera disconnects.
- 2:12 a.m.: Surveillance camera detects movement.
- 2:28 a.m.: Pacemaker disconnects from phone app.
- 11:56 a.m.: Family checks on Nancy after missing church livestream.
- 12:03 p.m.: 911 call made.
- 12:15 p.m.: Sheriff’s deputies arrive at the residence.
