Nancy Guthrie Search Update: Police Activity Ramps Up in Tucson, Arizona
The search for Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old woman who went missing nearly two weeks ago, has taken a significant turn with police activity ramping up near her home in Tucson, Arizona. The investigation has been ongoing since January 31, when Guthrie was last seen, and authorities believe she was abducted from her home in the middle of the night.Police Activity Ramps Up Near Nancy Guthrie's Home
According to reports, police activity increased late Friday night at a location about two miles from Guthrie's home. The Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed that the scene is connected to the Guthrie case and that they are 'actively working a lead.' However, Sheriff Chris Nanos declined to provide further details, stating only that he couldn't say anything else.
DNA Evidence Collected from Nancy Guthrie's Home
In an update on Friday afternoon, the sheriff's department revealed that DNA had been collected from Guthrie's home that didn't belong to her or those in close contact with her. Investigators are now working to identify who the DNA belongs to. The location of the DNA evidence was not disclosed.
FBI Releases Physical Description of Suspect
The FBI released a physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with Guthrie's disappearance. He is described as having an average build and an approximate height of 5-foot-9 or 5-foot-10. The suspect was seen on video recovered from the Nest doorbell camera system at Guthrie's home, wearing a ski mask, gloves, and a backpack.
Backpack Found in Video Identified as Walmart Exclusive
The FBI revealed that the backpack worn by the suspect is a black, 25-liter Ozark Trail Hiker Pack model, which is sold exclusively at Walmart. Sources close to the investigation confirmed that law enforcement officials reviewed video from one Walmart location in Tucson.
Gloves Found and Being Tested for DNA
Investigators also found a pair of black gloves that are being tested for DNA, according to sources close to the investigation. The FBI has increased its reward from $50,000 to $100,000 for information leading to either the location of Nancy Guthrie or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance.
The search for Nancy Guthrie continues with police activity ramping up near her home. The investigation has revealed new leads, including DNA evidence collected from her home and a physical description of a suspect. As the case unfolds, authorities urge the public to share any information that might help solve the mystery.
