Ransom note claims Nancy Guthrie died after abduction
Investigators have revealed that ransom notes sent following the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, mother of presenter Savannah Guthrie, claimed she had died. The FBI and local authorities continue to treat the case as an active investigation.
Why it matters
The case involves a high-profile public figure and raises serious concerns regarding kidnapping and criminal extortion tactics.
Image source, Getty Images By Nardine Saad Los Angeles Published 23 June 2026, 01:13 BST Updated 1 hour ago A ransom note sent days after the 84-year-old mother of US presenter Savannah Guthrie was abducted from her home claimed she had died, according to investigators.
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