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Savannah Guthrie pleads for help amid reports ransom note said mother is dead
By Lori Jane Gliha at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
"Today" host Savannah Guthrie teared up Tuesday as she pleaded for the publics help amid reports that a ransom note suggested her mother may have died months ago.I dont have any comment on this story, and Im not involved in our coverage, but I cant pretend that Im not here, and so since I am, I w...
Key takeaway Nancy Guthrie, 84, went missing in February after FBI investigators said she was kidnapped from her Pima County home in Arizona.
Why this matters in The Detroit
As the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, Detroit area residents are reminded of the complexities of kidnapping cases and the importance of community involvement in solving them. The fact that multiple news outlets, including local stations, received ransom notes and anonymous messages highlights the reach and impact of such crimes. Savannah Guthrie's plea for help on her morning show underscores the human side of the story, where families are left in agony waiting for any information about their loved ones. In the Detroit area, where residents have faced their own share of high-profile crimes, the Guthrie family's plight resonates deeply. The case also raises questions about the role of technology, such as doorbell cameras, in preventing and investigating crimes. As the investigation unfolds, Detroiters may be wondering what they can do to support the Guthrie family and how they can stay safe in their own communities.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? "Today" host Savannah Guthrie teared up Tuesday as she pleaded for the publics help amid reports that a ransom note suggested her mother may have died months ago.I dont have any comment on this story, and Im not involved in our coverage, but I cant pretend that Im not here, and so since I am, I w...
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