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Note connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie said she had died
By John Miller, Julianna Bragg at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
A note sent to media outlets connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, said she had died, multiple law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation told CNN.It followed a first note that demanded a ransom of millions of dollars. Investi...
Key takeaway The second note said Nancy Guthrie was dead and they did not mean to kill her, but she died shortly after the kidnapping, according to the law enforcement sources.
Why this matters in The Waco
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, has sent shockwaves through the Waco community, where the Guthrie family has ties. As the investigation reaches its fifth month, residents are left wondering about the safety and security of their own families. The fact that kidnappers were able to demand a ransom and allegedly harm Nancy Guthrie raises concerns about the effectiveness of local law enforcement in preventing and responding to such crimes. The involvement of the FBI and the Pima County Sheriff's Department suggests a complex and multi-jurisdictional investigation, which may have implications for how similar cases are handled in McLennan County. As the community awaits updates on the case, they will be watching to see how local authorities adapt and improve their response to kidnapping and ransom cases, and whether the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance will lead to changes in how these crimes are investigated and prevented in Waco.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A note sent to media outlets connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, said she had died, multiple law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation told CNN.It followed a first note that demanded a ransom of millions of dollars. Investi...
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