The search for Nancy Guthrie has intensified as investigators release details raising concern about her sudden disappearance. Days after the 84-year-old vanished from her Arizona home, authorities say the case has entered a critical stage, shaped not by answers but by evidence suggesting something went wrong. While officials continue to express hope, the facts uncovered so far point away from an ordinary missing-person case.
According to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, Nancy was last seen the evening of January 31 after spending time with family and being dropped off at her residence. When she did not attend church the next morning, relatives became alarmed and contacted police. Deputies responding to the home found circumstances that stood out immediately: her phone, wallet, car, and medication remained inside. Given her mobility limitations and need for daily prescriptions, investigators say it is unlikely she left voluntarily.
One discovery has become especially significant. Authorities confirmed that blood found on the porch outside the home tested positive as Nancy’s. Investigators also noted signs of possible forced entry, prompting assistance from specialized units and federal partners. Officials stress that no suspect or person of interest has been named, and every detail is being reviewed carefully to establish a reliable timeline.
Despite these troubling findings, law enforcement says there is still reason to believe Nancy could be alive. The focus remains on bringing her home safely. Authorities urge the public to avoid speculation and report any information that could help. For her family, the wait is agonizing, but hope remains as investigators work to uncover what happened inside what should have been the safest place she knew — her home.