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Sheriff Says Nancy Guthrie Abductor Could ‘Absolutely’ Strike Again, Calls Attack Targeted

Investigators have shifted to forensic and digital leads after home‑camera photos yielded nothing from the night she vanished.

Overview

  • Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said detectives believe they know a motive and consider the abduction targeted, but he declined to share details to protect the investigation.
  • Nanos warned the suspect could "absolutely" offend again and urged residents to stay alert rather than assume they are not at risk.
  • Authorities are analyzing mixed DNA recovered in the home and say they are pursuing genetic leads that they hope will identify a suspect.
  • Sources say additional images were recovered from security cameras at Guthrie’s home showing days before the disappearance, but no new footage from the night itself has been found.
  • Investigators are reviewing extensive video and probing a reported internet or power disruption near the home, as a separate body found in southeast Tucson is viewed as unlikely to be Guthrie; rewards exceed $1.2 million and tips are being vetted.