The FBI released new surveillance images and videos that depicted an armed individual tampering with a door camera at the home of Nancy Guthrie. Officials recovered the footage from backend systems after initial difficulties in accessing it. This development marked the first public release of potential subject images since Guthrie disappeared.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, vanished from her residence in Catalina Foothills, Arizona. Family members dropped her off on the evening of January 31, 2026, and reported her missing around noon on February 1. Authorities believed someone took her against her will.
Masked Figure Captured on Camera
The black-and-white images showed a person wearing a full-face mask, gloves, long sleeves, pants, and a backpack. The individual approached the front door and appeared to cover the camera with a gloved hand before placing plants in front of it. Videos revealed the person carried a holstered gun.
Kash Patel, FBI Director, announced the breakthrough on X. He stated, “Working with our partners, as of this morning, law enforcement has uncovered these previously inaccessible new images showing an armed individual appearing to have tampered with the camera at Nancy Guthrie’s front door the morning of her disappearance.” Patel urged the public to provide tips.
Additionally the footage captured the person’s gait and partial jawline, which experts suggested could aid identification. However officials noted the individual did not appear professional in their actions.
Family Appeals and Health Concerns
Savannah Guthrie, Today show co-anchor, publicly pleaded for information. She said, “We are desperate to find my mom and bring her home safely.” Family emphasized Guthrie’s need for daily medication due to heart issues, high blood pressure, and a pacemaker.
Meanwhile the FBI offered a $50,000 reward for leads leading to Guthrie’s recovery or arrests. Chris Nanos, Pima County Sheriff, confirmed investigators pursued numerous tips but had not identified suspects yet.
Investigation Progress
Law enforcement collaborated with private sector partners to recover lost or corrupted data from Guthrie’s devices. Guthrie’s phone and Apple Watch remained at the home, providing potential clues like health data.
Furthermore, retired FBI agents analyzed the case. John McVeigh, a former agent, noted the watch could indicate distress signs before disconnection. He asked, “Was there some kind of increased heart rate?” The release prompted an increase in public calls, as the sheriff’s department reported.
New video in the search for Nancy Guthrie: Over the last eight days, the FBI and the Pima County Sheriff’s Department have been working closely with our private sector partners to continue to recover any images or video footage from Nancy Guthrie’s home that may have been lost,… pic.twitter.com/XCEvkA5eJ6— FBI Phoenix (@FBIPhoenix) February 10, 2026
