Crime
Photos of person of interest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance case released
Authorities have released newly recovered surveillance images as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, who was last seen at her home just outside Tucson, Arizona.
According to the FBI and the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, investigators have spent the past eight days working alongside private-sector partners to recover critical digital evidence from Guthrie’s residence.
Officials said some video data had been lost, corrupted, or rendered inaccessible due to multiple factors, including the apparent removal of recording devices.
The footage was ultimately retrieved from residual data stored within backend systems.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the newly uncovered images appear to show a masked, armed individual tampering with the camera at Guthrie’s front door on the morning she disappeared. The images are now being shared with the public in hopes of generating leads.
Authorities urge anyone with information related to the case to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit tips online at tips.fbi.gov.
Senior law enforcement officials told NBC News that investigators are expected to release a surveillance photo of a possible suspect as the search intensifies.
The development comes as Guthrie’s daughter, Savannah Guthrie, issued a public plea for help in a video posted to social media. The “Today” show host described the family as being at “an hour of desperation,” adding, “We believe our mother is still out there. We need your help.”
Investigators believe Nancy Guthrie may have been abducted from her home. She was last seen on January 31 and was reported missing the following day after she failed to attend church services.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos previously stated that DNA testing confirmed blood found on Guthrie’s front porch belonged to her.
Additionally, her doorbell camera had been disconnected during the early morning hours, raising further concerns about suspicious activity.
Detectives and federal agents have continued follow-up operations at multiple locations connected to the investigation.
Over the weekend, authorities were observed conducting investigative work at the home of Guthrie’s daughter, located approximately four miles from Nancy Guthrie’s residence. Investigators were also seen searching an underground tank behind Guthrie’s property.
Despite extensive efforts, officials say they have not yet identified any suspects, persons of interest, or vehicles linked to the case.
Authorities have expressed growing concern for Guthrie’s well-being, noting that she requires daily medication and has several serious health conditions, including a pacemaker, high blood pressure, and heart-related issues.
The investigation remains active and ongoing as law enforcement continues to pursue all available leads.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.