WASHINGTON, D.C. — In what investigators are calling a critical breakthrough, the FBI has released the first clear images and video of a “subject of interest” in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie. The 84-year-old vanished from her Catalina Foothills home in Tucson, Arizona, in the early hours of February 1, 2026.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, that President Donald Trump had reviewed the footage, describing his reaction as one of “pure disgust.”
1. The “Previously Inaccessible” Footage
The new evidence consists of two short video clips and four high-resolution stills recovered from “back-end systems” after the perpetrator disconnected the physical doorbell camera.
- The Subject: A person wearing a full-face balaclava (ski mask), large leather gloves, a zip-up jacket, khakis, and a backpack.
- The Weapon: The footage appears to show the individual wearing a handgun holster on their belt.
- The Tactics: The subject is seen walking with their head down to avoid the camera, holding a flashlight in their mouth, and attempting to block the lens with a gloved hand and a handful of prairie brush ripped from a nearby planter.
2. White House and President Trump’s Response
President Trump has taken a direct interest in the case, previously speaking with Savannah Guthrie to offer full federal resources.
“The president encourages any American across the country with any knowledge of the suspect to please call the FBI,” Leavitt said. “It’s heartbreaking to see… We hope that this person is found soon and that her mother is brought home safely.”
On Truth Social, Trump reiterated his directive for all federal law enforcement to remain at the disposal of local authorities, ending his message with: “GOD BLESS AND PROTECT NANCY!”
3. Case Status: The Manhunt in Tucson
The release of the footage coincides with an intensified manhunt in the Pima County area.
- Neighborhood Search: FBI agents and SWAT teams were seen Tuesday canvassing the neighborhood of Annie Guthrie (Nancy’s other daughter), checking backyards and sheds for clues.
- Ransom Deadlines: A widely reported ransom deadline of February 9 passed without a “proof of life” confirmation, causing the family’s tone to shift from hopeful to “desperate.”
- Reward: The FBI is currently offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie’s recovery or the arrest of those involved.
4. Timeline of Disappearance
| Date/Time | Event |
| Jan 31, 9:50 PM | Nancy is dropped off at home by her son-in-law, Tommaso Cioni. |
| Feb 1, 1:47 AM | Doorbell camera is disconnected by a masked individual (per new FBI footage). |
| Feb 1, 2:28 AM | Nancy’s pacemaker app disconnects from her phone. |
| Feb 1, 12:03 PM | Family reports her missing after she fails to show up for church. |
| Feb 10, 2026 | FBI Director Kash Patel releases surveillance footage recovered from cloud storage. |