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
Who Is Dominic Evans? Is He the Masked Man in the Nancy Guthrie Suspect Video? Examining the Facts and Alleged Links to Tommaso Cioni
Speculation has intensified online following the release of newly obtained FBI images connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, with some social media users suggesting that the masked individual seen in the footage could be musician Dominic Evans.
However, authorities have not confirmed the identity of the person shown and have not named any suspects in the ongoing investigation.
The FBI on Tuesday published a series of black-and-white photographs along with two short video clips as part of a public appeal for information.
The material appears to show a masked individual wearing gloves and carrying a backpack while standing at the front door of Guthrie’s Arizona home on the morning she vanished.
The person’s eyes are visible through openings in the mask, and the footage appears to capture the individual tampering with the home’s doorbell camera.
FBI Director Kash Patel stated that investigators believe the individual was armed, noting that at least one video appears to show a holstered firearm.
“Working with our partners — as of this morning, law enforcement has uncovered these previously inaccessible new images showing an armed individual appearing to have tampered with the camera at Nancy Guthrie’s front door the morning of her disappearance,” Patel wrote in a statement shared on X.
Shortly after the images were released, online speculation emerged regarding the identity of the masked person. Some posts suggested a possible connection to Tommaso Cioni, Guthrie’s son-in-law, and further alleged that Dominic Evans — a drummer for the band Early Black and reportedly a bandmate of Cioni — could match the individual’s physical profile.
One social media account claimed it had conducted a visual comparison and profiling analysis, pointing to perceived similarities in build and facial hair, including what it described as a dark moustache and goatee.
However, other users quickly challenged the claim, arguing that comparison photos indicated Evans appeared smaller in stature than the person depicted in the footage and that noticeable differences undermined the theory.
Law enforcement agencies have not corroborated any of these claims, and investigators have not publicly linked Evans, Cioni, or any other individual to the case.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Office, which is leading the investigation in coordination with the FBI, reiterated that the individual in the footage has not been identified. Officials released a statement consistent with the FBI’s messaging and indicated that no media briefings were scheduled at this time.
Sources familiar with the investigation have suggested that authorities are exploring the possibility that the abductor may be from the Tucson area. Investigators are also examining whether ransom notes sent to media outlets could provide clues about the suspect’s location, though these details remain part of an active investigative theory rather than confirmed findings.
Investigators initially believed that footage from Guthrie’s surveillance system was unavailable because the homeowner did not maintain a subscription service that would have stored the recordings. However, a joint statement from the sheriff’s office and the FBI confirmed that authorities later recovered the video by accessing what they described as “residual data.”
Officials now consider the footage among the strongest pieces of evidence obtained since the search for Guthrie entered its tenth day.
Savannah Guthrie shared the images on Instagram, expressing hope that the public could help identify the individual.
“Someone out there recognizes this person,” she wrote. “We believe she is still out there. Bring her home.”
Authorities reported that Guthrie’s doorbell camera was disconnected at approximately 1:47 a.m. on the day of her disappearance. Roughly 41 minutes later, her pacemaker reportedly lost connection with her mobile phone — a detail investigators say suggests she may have been forcibly removed from the residence.
Since the abduction, two alleged ransom letters have been sent to news organizations. Guthrie’s children, including Savannah and her siblings, have issued emotional public appeals for their mother’s safe return and stated they are willing to pay a ransom. Officials caution that it remains unclear whether the letters were sent by the person responsible for the kidnapping.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Donald Trump had viewed the footage with “disgust” and urged anyone with relevant information to contact federal authorities.
The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Guthrie’s safe return or the arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for her disappearance.
At this stage, the identity of the masked individual remains unknown, and authorities continue to urge the public to rely on verified information rather than online speculation. Detectives are actively reviewing evidence and pursuing leads as the investigation remains ongoing.