President Donald Trump reached out to TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie on Wednesday to express his support as state and federal law enforcement agencies continue their investigation into the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie. Trump made this call shortly after an interview with NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas, assuring the Guthrie family that all necessary resources would be deployed to assist in the situation.
The 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie was reported missing from her residence near Tucson, Arizona, on Sunday afternoon after failing to appear at church. Acknowledging the close bond Savannah Guthrie shares with her mother, the president expressed his commitment to supporting the family in their time of need.
“We have nothing else to go on but the belief that she is here, she’s present, she’s alive, and we want to save her,” stated Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos in an interview with NBC News.
Savannah Guthrie expressed her gratitude to President Trump for taking the time to reach out, highlighting the family’s devastation while emphasizing the need for prayers and assistance from local and federal authorities. She also applauded the exhaustive efforts being made in the investigation.
Ongoing Investigation
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department speculates that Nancy Guthrie may have been taken in the middle of the night, possibly indicating a kidnapping or abduction. Despite receiving numerous leads, authorities currently have no credible evidence suggesting that her disappearance was a targeted event.
In a statement on Wednesday, the sheriff’s department clarified that investigators have not yet identified any suspects or persons of interest. As the investigation expands, the FBI has joined forces with approximately 100 detectives from the sheriff’s office, with President Trump committing to deploy more federal agents if necessary.
Concerns About Health and Safety
Nancy Guthrie, who has limited mobility and is without her essential daily medication, is described by Sheriff Nanos as mentally alert, with no cognitive impairments like dementia.
The family and authorities remain hopeful for a positive outcome, maintain their belief in her well-being, and are working tirelessly to ensure her safe return.
Reporter Daniel Arkin provided updates on this case for NBC News.
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