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The search for Savannah Guthrie’s mom, Nancy Guthrie, has resulted in a new theory surrounding Mexico.
Nearly three weeks after Nancy was last seen alive in Tucson, Arizona, some crime watchers have speculated that the 84-year-old could have found herself in Mexico after being kidnapped from her home.
While the Pima County Sheriff’s Office isn’t confirming the theory, investigators know for certain that Nancy was last seen alive on January 30 after enjoying dinner with family members.
Police later confirmed a 911 call was made on February 1 after the mother of three didn’t meet up with friends to watch a church service virtually.
Savannah Guthrie’s Mom Nancy Guthrie Is Missing in Arizona: What to Know
The FBI and local law enforcement continue to ask for the public’s help in locating a potential suspect associated with Nancy’s kidnapping. On February 10, the FBI shared surveillance photos of a possible suspect wearing a ski mask and a backpack while attempting to cover a camera on the property.
As the search for Nancy continues, Us Weekly is breaking down the possible connection to Mexico below:
What Have Police Said About Mexico and Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance
Nancy Guthrie Courtesy of NBC NewsPima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told NBC News on February 19 that while it’s a possibility, there is no evidence Nancy Guthrie was taken to Mexico after being abducted from her home.
In a separate statement to Us Weekly on February 18, the Pima County Sheriff’s Office confirmed they have “received various requests for confirmation of various topics, including working with Mexican authorities, utilizing polygraph tests, specific video surveillance requests, financial analysis, etc. PCSD is not confirming or releasing any details regarding those topics at this time.”
What Has the FBI Said About Mexico and Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance
The FBI is in contact with authorities in Mexico as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, law enforcement sources told multiple outlets, including NBC News and CBS News.
Tracy Walder, a former CIA and FBI agent not affiliated with the Guthrie case, shared insight into how the FBI works with Mexican authorities.
“The FBI contacts its Legal Attaché (Legat) offices worldwide primarily through the International Operations Division (IOD) at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. I really can’t say if it’s standard practice or common,” she told People in an interview published February 19. “It really just depends if they think they have crossed the border.”
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Could Drug Cartels Be Involved in Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance?
While the Pima County Sheriff’s Office said there is no evidence to suggest that Mexican drug cartels were involved with Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, NewsNation reported that the mother of three’s home is located about 60 miles from the United States – Mexico border.
“If this does involve Mexican drug cartels, I think it was done with the blessing of the Mexican cartels,” Robert Almonte, former U.S. Marshal and retired deputy chief with the El Paso Police Department, told NewsNation on February 18. “And they probably reached out to somebody to do the kidnapping.”
Almonte, who is not affiliated with the Guthrie case, added, “This is right up the Mexican cartel’s alley.”
Anyone with information on Nancy’s disappearance is urged to contact 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit http://tips.fbi.gov.
