St. Louis, MO, September 29, 2026 —

TUCSON, AZ – Officials in Pima County, Arizona, have publicly stated that a recent ransom text message linked to the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie is not considered credible. Guthrie was reported missing from her home in the Catalina Foothills area.

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department or other relevant authorities made the statement regarding the text message. Details about when the message was received or when the statement was issued were not provided. The content of the message, beyond its alleged connection to a ransom demand, has not been disclosed.

Authorities have characterized the communication as lacking credibility, indicating that investigators do not believe it to be a genuine threat or a viable lead in the case. This assessment suggests that the message may be a hoax, a misunderstanding, or an attempt to mislead the investigation.

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie from her Catalina Foothills residence remains an active investigation. Further details regarding the circumstances of her disappearance, the timeline of events, or any specific investigative steps being taken were not available at the time of this report. The contractor’s name, if any was involved in the disappearance, was not provided.

The official dismissal of the ransom text message is a significant development, potentially redirecting investigative efforts. Authorities have not specified what led them to deem the message not credible, nor have they provided information on whether any other leads are being pursued. Residents in the Catalina Foothills area and the wider Pima County community have been kept abreast of developments through official channels, though specific details often remain confidential during active investigations.


Story summarized from the original created by Haley Williams, Gray News staff on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.

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