Crime
Human Bone Found Near Nancy Guthrie’s Home Not Connected to Her
TUCSON, Ariz. — Authorities are clarifying misinformation circulating online after a human bone discovered near the home of missing woman Nancy Guthrie was incorrectly linked to her disappearance.
According to the Tucson Police Department, the bone that was recently recovered in the area has not been identified as belonging to Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators quickly determined that the remains are significantly older and unrelated to the active missing persons case.
Police said preliminary analysis indicates the bone is at least 50 years old and may even be prehistoric in origin.
The Tucson Police Department confirmed that experts from the University of Arizona Anthropology Department are assisting with the examination and investigation of the remains.
Authorities noted that the location where the bone was found is historically significant and has previously yielded numerous Native American artifacts and archaeological discoveries.
Because of the area’s history, investigators believe the remains are likely ancient rather than connected to any recent criminal investigation.
Officials emphasized that rumors claiming Nancy Guthrie had been found are false.
The clarification comes after social media posts and online reports began spreading inaccurate information suggesting the recovered bone was tied to Guthrie’s disappearance.
Law enforcement has urged the public to rely on verified updates from official sources as the investigation into her case continues.
At this time, authorities have not announced any major developments in the search for Nancy Guthrie, and her case remains active and ongoing.
Crime
24-Year-Old Jose Alfredo Soto Navarrete Jr Dies in Fatal Jeep Incident in Midland, Christian Rojelio Zubia Arrested
MIDLAND, Texas — Jose Alfredo Soto Navarrete Jr., a 24-year-old man from Odessa, died after an incident involving a Jeep Wrangler in Midland on Thursday night, October 8, 2026. The driver, a 30-year-old Odessa man, was later arrested and charged with manslaughter, according to the Midland Police Department.
Police said officers responded at approximately 10:46 p.m. Thursday to a reported crash involving a 2018 Jeep Wrangler and a pedestrian in the 1700 block of Rankin Highway.
During the preliminary investigation, witnesses told authorities that Soto Navarrete had jumped onto the hood of a black Jeep Wrangler. Investigators allege that the driver accelerated while turning southbound, causing Soto Navarrete to fall from the vehicle and sustain fatal injuries.
Authorities identified the driver as Christian Rojelio Zubia, 30, of Odessa.
According to police, Zubia left the scene after the incident. Officers later located him with assistance from the Odessa Police Department.
Zubia was arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with Soto Navarrete’s death. The charge is an allegation, and the case will proceed through the legal system.
The Midland Police Department is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident, including the events leading up to Soto Navarrete’s fall from the Jeep.
Authorities have not released further details about what prompted the encounter or whether additional charges may be considered.
Police confirmed that Soto Navarrete’s next of kin has been notified of his death.
Soto Navarrete’s death has left his family and loved ones grieving. His passing serves as a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly a dangerous incident can result in a fatal outcome.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as authorities continue reviewing the case.