Ransom Notes Released in Disappearance of Tucson Woman
Six months after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, 84, from her Tucson-area home, authorities have released the full text of two ransom notes. The first note, sent shortly after her Jan. 31 disappearance, demanded $4 million in bitcoin for her…
Denver, CO, July 31, 2026 —
TUCSON, AZ – Six months after the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie from her Tucson-area residence, law enforcement officials have made public the complete text of two ransom notes related to the case. Guthrie was last seen on January 31st.
The initial note, received by authorities shortly after Guthrie’s disappearance, contained a demand for a ransom of $4 million, payable in bitcoin. The note stated that the funds were required for her safe return.
A subsequent communication, which arrived several days after the first, presented a different message. This second note claimed that Nancy Guthrie had passed away, citing a heart condition as the cause of death.
The circumstances surrounding Guthrie’s disappearance and the content of these notes remain under active investigation. Authorities have not provided further details regarding the ongoing inquiry or any potential suspects. The amount of bitcoin demanded and the subsequent claim of death are key elements being examined by investigators.
The release of the ransom notes aims to provide transparency in the investigation and potentially elicit further information from the public. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is handling the investigation and has urged anyone with information to come forward. Details regarding the specific dates these notes were received, beyond
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