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Nancy Guthrie abduction: 2nd ransom note sent to Tucson TV station said she died, sources say
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
By Aaron Katersky, Josh Margolin, and Trevor Ault
A second ransom note received by a Tucson, Arizona, television station shortly after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie said she died after her abduction, sources familiar with the investigation told ABC News.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old ...
Key takeaway By Aaron Katersky, Josh Margolin, and Trevor Ault A second ransom note received by a Tucson, Arizona, television station shortly after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie said she died after her abduction, sources familiar with the investigation told ABC News.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The abduction of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has sent shockwaves beyond Tucson, Arizona, where the 84-year-old was taken from her home. In El Paso , residents are reminded of the importance of community vigilance and the need for swift action in cases of missing persons. The fact that ransom notes were sent to media outlets in Tucson highlights the complexities of such investigations and the role that local media can play in disseminating critical information. As the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, El Pasoans may be wondering about the safety of their own elderly neighbors and the measures in place to protect them from similar crimes. The case also underscores the value of doorbell cameras and other home security systems in providing crucial evidence in investigations, a lesson that El Paso homeowners may take to heart as they consider their own safety measures.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? By Aaron Katersky, Josh Margolin, and Trevor Ault
A second ransom note received by a Tucson, Arizona, television station shortly after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie said she died after her abduction, sources familiar with the investigation told ABC News.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old ...
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