Overview
- The 84-year-old, last seen Saturday night near her Tucson home, is believed to have been taken against her will after family reported her missing Sunday.
- Investigators found signs consistent with forced entry and collected DNA, with blood inside the home reported by media citing law enforcement sources; lab results could take days.
- The operation has shifted from wide-area search to a criminal investigation with homicide detectives, the FBI and Border Patrol assisting while forensic teams process the residence.
- Authorities are reviewing surveillance, cellphone and license-plate data, and say several personal items — including her phone, wallet and car — were left at the home.
- The sheriff’s office is aware of a purported ransom note but has not verified it, and officials stress Nancy needs daily medication as the family urges tips to 520-351-4900.