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Evidence is mounting that the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie was a ‘team effort.’ Speaking on CNN, ex-hostage negotiator Wallace Zeins highlighted that the complexity of the crime scene suggests a division of labor—someone to cut the feed

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Former hostage negotiator offers terrifying new theory on Nancy Guthrie abduction, after helicopter was filmed buzzing over 84-year-old’s home

The terrifying abduction of Savannah Guthrie‘s mother Nancy may have been pulled off by more than one perpetrator, a former hostage negotiator believes.

Ex-NYPD hostage negotiator Wallace Zeins told CNN that evidence from the ongoing investigation suggests that Nancy, 84, may have been snatched by a coordinated group of criminals.

‘I believe the possibility of more than one person,’ Zeins said.

‘She’s 150 pounds, 5 foot 5, waking up in the middle of the night, not in the best of health — can’t walk or run, so I would think there’s more than one person involved in this particular crime.’

The law enforcement expert said although no suspects have been identified, reported ‘ransom notes’ sent to TMZ and local Tucson outlet KOLD may be a gift to investigators by offering new clues.

While noting that authorities have not verified the legitimacy of the notes, Zeins said that if they are legitimate, they can provide forensic evidence that could lead to the culprit.

He added that the notes reportedly made demands for payment through Bitcoin, and that ‘tells you that it’s some type of group that knows what Bitcoin is all about, and social media, and they know the system.’

Zeins said if the notes were written by hand they can offer DNA evidence, whereas ‘if it was on a computer, then that helps also because the FBI is so good at what they do when it comes down to electronic surveillance and electronic stuff of that nature.’

It comes as the NBC News show Guthrie anchors, Today, led on the story of her missing mother for the third consecutive day, saying there were no updates in the investigation.

Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy, 84, was abducted from her Arizona home late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, police say
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Savannah Guthrie’s mother Nancy, 84, was abducted from her Arizona home late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, police say

With the investigation ongoing, police helicopters were seen scouring the area outside Nancy's Tucson property on Tuesday evening
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With the investigation ongoing, police helicopters were seen scouring the area outside Nancy’s Tucson property on Tuesday evening

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Reporters outside Nancy’s Arizona home shared images to social media showing a police helicopter scouring the desert area around her property on Tuesday night, which Zeins said is likely a law enforcement tactic known as a ‘grid search.’

The former hostage negotiator said that the helicopters appeared to be carrying out a ‘grid search’, where investigators scour an area piece by piece to ensure they haven’t missed any evidence.

‘You take it one step at a time,’ he continued.

‘We all look, and stop if we see something that shouldn’t be there, we bag it up and use it as evidence.

‘The helicopters may have been cordoning off areas from above to see possibilities, such as from the abduction, maybe they took her through the fields,’ he said.

The investigation was rocked Tuesday evening by reports that supposed ‘ransom notes’ were sent to TMZ and KOLD, which the Pima County Sheriff’s Office says it is aware of but has not verified their legitimacy.

TMZ reported that its note demanded millions in Bitcoin for the release of the 84-year-old, and concluded with a deadline for the ransom to be paid ‘or else’.

The outlet said that the note demanded the Bitcoin be sent to a specific cryptocurrency address, which it has verified as a real Bitcoin address.

TMZ also said the note included details unknown to the public including damage caused to Nancy’s home and what she was wearing at the time of her abduction.

Officials say Nancy, 84, is frail and has poor mobility, and suffers from a condition that requires her to take medication daily
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Officials say Nancy, 84, is frail and has poor mobility, and suffers from a condition that requires her to take medication daily

Ex-NYPD hostage negotiator Wallace Zeins said evidence from the ongoing investigation suggests that Nancy, 84, may have been snatched by a coordinated group of criminals
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Ex-NYPD hostage negotiator Wallace Zeins said evidence from the ongoing investigation suggests that Nancy, 84, may have been snatched by a coordinated group of criminals

An aerial view of Nancy's house, where she was allegedly abducted
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An aerial view of Nancy’s house, where she was allegedly abducted

During a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos twice refused to answer when asked if ransom demands had been made.

‘We are taking all tips and leads very seriously,’ Nanos said. ‘Anything that comes in, goes directly to our detectives who are coordinating with the FBI.’

Another reporter in the room picked up on Nanos’ evasiveness and questioned: ‘You were asked if there was a ransom, didn’t say no… does that mean that a ransom has come in?’

Nanos again avoided the question, saying simply: ‘We are following all leads.’

The sheriff said repeatedly that investigators do not know where Nancy is, and he was unable to offer insight into a possible suspect or suspects.

The sheriff also addressed reports that a doorbell camera had been removed from Nancy’s home, saying that it was unclear if it had been removed before Nancy’s abduction.

Nanos added that no strange cars had been seen in the area around the time of Nancy’s kidnapping and that no tire tracks were found.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told reporters at a press conference that investigators were 'following all leads' when asked if Nancy's abductors had made any ransom demands
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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told reporters at a press conference that investigators were ‘following all leads’ when asked if Nancy’s abductors had made any ransom demands

Blood was spotted on the walkway of Nancy's $1 million Tucson, Arizona, home
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Blood was spotted on the walkway of Nancy’s $1 million Tucson, Arizona, home

Nancy's Ring doorbell camera was also missing, though it is unclear whether it was removed prior to her disappearance
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Nancy’s Ring doorbell camera was also missing, though it is unclear whether it was removed prior to her disappearance

A nitrile glove at the 84-year-old's house on Tuesday as the search for her continues
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A nitrile glove at the 84-year-old’s house on Tuesday as the search for her continues

Officials previously said they have no reason to believe Nancy may have been targeted because of her daughter, but have also not ruled out any inquiries.

With the investigation stretching into its fourth day, police appeared to leave the 84-year-old’s home on Tuesday evening, allowing the media to remain at the property.

Images from her home circulated social media soon after, showing a trail of blood spattered on her walkway.

The pictures showed blood puddled just feet from her front door, and her Ring doorbell camera was missing.

She was last seen at the house, where she lives alone, at around 9.45pm on Saturday.

Family members then reported her missing after she failed to appear for Sunday church services.

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“FBI BREAKTHROUGH: The mask is about to come off. Federal investigators have confirmed the recovery of a glove belonging to the suspect in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping—and it’s a forensic goldmine. 🧬🏛️ The glove contains a clear DNA profile, providing the ‘smoking gun’ evidence needed to identify the masked individual once and for all. No more hiding in the shadows. With this genetic footprint, the FBI is closing in fast. The countdown to an arrest has officially begun. See the forensic details of the ‘Final Discovery’ in the comments.
“FBI BREAKTHROUGH: The mask is about to come off. Federal investigators have confirmed the recovery of a glove belonging to the suspect in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping—and it’s a forensic goldmine. 🧬🏛️ The glove contains a clear DNA profile, providing the ‘smoking gun’ evidence needed to identify the masked individual once and for all. No more hiding in the shadows. With this genetic footprint, the FBI is closing in fast. The countdown to an arrest has officially begun. See the forensic details of the ‘Final Discovery’ in the comments.

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“FBI BOMBSHELL: The search for Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapper just hit a massive breakthrough. Federal agents have recovered a glove belonging to the masked suspect, and it’s carrying the one thing he couldn’t hide: HIS DNA. 🧬🏛️ This forensic ‘smoking gun’ is the key investigators needed to unmask the monster behind the abduction. The trail is no longer cold—the DNA is being processed as we speak, and an arrest is imminent. The secrets of the desert are finally being exposed. Full forensic update in the comments below.
“FBI BOMBSHELL: The search for Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapper just hit a massive breakthrough. Federal agents have recovered a glove belonging to the masked suspect, and it’s carrying the one thing he couldn’t hide: HIS DNA. 🧬🏛️ This forensic ‘smoking gun’ is the key investigators needed to unmask the monster behind the abduction. The trail is no longer cold—the DNA is being processed as we speak, and an arrest is imminent. The secrets of the desert are finally being exposed. Full forensic update in the comments below.

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**”A HERO AT 12, A FIGHTER FOREVER. The halls of Tumbler Ridge High School will never forget the name Maya Gebala—the unsung hero who stared down a monster to protect her friends. But as she remains in critical condition at BC Children’s Hospital, the ‘miracle’ we’ve been praying for has taken a gut-wrenching turn. The latest updates from her hospital bed offer a haunting mix of hope and heartbreak. Her mother has just come forward with a revelation about the doctors’ warnings that will shatter your heart all over again. It’s not just about surviving anymore; it’s about the permanent scars left behind by a shooter fueled by darkness. While Maya shows flashes of strength, the medical team is issuing a stark reality check on the damage caused by the bullet fragments still lodged in her brain. The bravery she showed that day came at a cost no child should ever have to pay. You need to read the Full Family Statement and the terrifying ‘Final Warning’ issued by her neurosurgeons today—a detail so tragic it has left the entire nation in shock. Maya stood for us; now we must stand for her. Full details and the prayer vigil schedule in the comments below.

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**”A MOTHER’S WORST FEARS REALIZED. 💔🚨 12-year-old Maya Gebala, the unsung hero of the Tumbler Ridge High School tragedy, remains in critical condition at BC Children’s Hospital—and the latest updates from her bedside are a devastating mix of hope and heartbreak. While we cling to every small sign of life, the details Maya’s mother just shared about the doctors’ latest warnings will break your heart all over again. The road to recovery isn’t just long; it’s a battleground. As Maya fights for a future she nearly gave up to save her classmates, the medical team is being brutally honest about the permanent toll the ‘sinister’ shooter’s actions have taken on her young body. From the bullet fragments still posing a threat to the uncertainty of her neurological recovery, the weight of this nightmare is growing heavier by the hour. You need to see the Full Family Statement and the specific ‘Warning’ doctors issued today that has left the community in tears. Maya protected her friends—now, she needs the world to pray for her. Full medical breakdown and how to support the Gebala family in the comments.

Tumbler Ridge shooting: Maya Gebala shot in head and neck while desperately trying to lock out shooter ‘They…

THE END OF HOPE: THE FINAL DISCOVERY 🕊️💔 **”A NATION’S HEART BREAKS WITH SAVANNAH. The hope that sustained us for weeks has officially vanished, replaced by a grief so profound it has brought the world of broadcast news to a standstill. Today, February 15, 2026, the Tucson Police Department delivered the final, devastating update we all feared: the search for Nancy Guthrie has reached its tragic conclusion. In a broadcast that will be remembered for years, Savannah Guthrie appeared live, unable to hold back the tears as she shared the news that her mother would not be coming home. Her raw, trembling voice transformed this investigation into a visceral lesson in loss and the fragility of life. Forensic evidence discovered in the remote Arizona desert led authorities to the final location, shifting this mission from a rescue to a criminal pursuit for justice. Savannah’s courage in this moment is nothing short of heroic. You won’t believe the heartbreaking final message she shared about the last time she spoke to her mother—a detail so personal it has left even veteran reporters in tears. Before the family requests privacy, you need to see the Full Live Transcript and the Digital Memorial Tribute below. The desert has given up its secrets, but the cost has been far too high. Full details of the ‘Final Discovery’ in the comments.
THE END OF HOPE: THE FINAL DISCOVERY 🕊️💔 **”A NATION’S HEART BREAKS WITH SAVANNAH. The hope that sustained us for weeks has officially vanished, replaced by a grief so profound it has brought the world of broadcast news to a standstill. Today, February 15, 2026, the Tucson Police Department delivered the final, devastating update we all feared: the search for Nancy Guthrie has reached its tragic conclusion. In a broadcast that will be remembered for years, Savannah Guthrie appeared live, unable to hold back the tears as she shared the news that her mother would not be coming home. Her raw, trembling voice transformed this investigation into a visceral lesson in loss and the fragility of life. Forensic evidence discovered in the remote Arizona desert led authorities to the final location, shifting this mission from a rescue to a criminal pursuit for justice. Savannah’s courage in this moment is nothing short of heroic. You won’t believe the heartbreaking final message she shared about the last time she spoke to her mother—a detail so personal it has left even veteran reporters in tears. Before the family requests privacy, you need to see the Full Live Transcript and the Digital Memorial Tribute below. The desert has given up its secrets, but the cost has been far too high. Full details of the ‘Final Discovery’ in the comments.

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