Family Clarifies Timeline in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance, Correcting Church Attendance Reports
TUCSON, Ariz. — A family source has challenged early reports about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, clarifying that she was not scheduled to attend an in-person church service on the morning she vanished. Contrary to initial accounts, Guthrie was expected to join a small group of friends at a private residence to watch a livestream of a New York-based church service, a routine she had maintained since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
For years, Nancy Guthrie and close friends have gathered on Sundays to watch the service broadcast live from a church in New York City, where her daughter, Savannah Guthrie, a longtime co-anchor of NBC’s “TODAY” show, attends. This weekly tradition replaced physical attendance at local Tucson churches and was a key detail overlooked in early news coverage.
According to the family source, Nancy Guthrie was reported missing only after she failed to appear at this private gathering, not because she missed a scheduled church service as previously reported. This correction reshapes the timeline of events on February 1, when Guthrie disappeared.
The clarification comes amid ongoing efforts by law enforcement and the community to locate Nancy Guthrie. Authorities have been conducting extensive searches and following leads, but as of now, no suspects have been publicly identified. The case has drawn national attention, with the FBI and local law enforcement agencies coordinating their investigation.
Officials from the Federal Bureau of Investigation have reiterated the importance of accurate information as they continue their search. The Tucson Police Department has also urged the public to come forward with any information that could assist in locating Guthrie.
The family’s correction underscores the complexities of the investigation and the challenges faced by authorities in piecing together Guthrie’s last known movements. It also highlights the evolving nature of social and religious practices since the pandemic, with many communities adapting to virtual gatherings.
Meanwhile, Savannah Guthrie and her family have made public appeals for assistance, emphasizing their hope and faith that Nancy will be found safe. The family’s plea has been supported by various organizations, including the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, which provides resources and support for families of missing persons.
As the investigation continues, authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to contact the Tucson Police Department or the FBI. The case remains open, and the community’s vigilance is considered crucial in bringing resolution to this troubling disappearance.
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