'So much here’: FBI video will 'raise stress' on abductors in Nancy Guthrie case, experts say

TUCSON, ARIZONA: Newly released surveillance images and videos by the FBI on Tuesday, February 10, in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie are giving authorities and experts renewed hope in the ongoing investigation.

The footage, showing a masked person at Nancy's home on the morning she vanished, represents one of the most significant developments in the case so far.

Experts believe the material could offer crucial clues that may help identify the individual captured in the visuals.

Expert reactions  to New surveillance footage in the Nancy Guthrie case

On February 10, law enforcement released previously inaccessible surveillance footage related to the disappearance of 84‑year‑old, who vanished from her home after being dropped off by family on January 31.

The newly shared video and images show a masked individual approaching and apparently tampering with Nancy’s front door camera on the morning of her disappearance. 

Former FBI hostage negotiator Chip Massey described the footage as a major development compared with what authorities had before, noting that investigators previously had “almost nothing” to work with.

He emphasized, "Here now we have the image of the captor, of the person breaking into this house. So there is so much here. We're gonna know his height, his weight. And I guarantee you, more importantly, there is somebody out there that knows exactly who this is.” 

Former FBI assistant director Kieran Ramsey also spoke about the purpose behind publicly sharing the visuals, saying the images and footage could prompt someone with relevant information to come forward. 

Ramsey explained the release aims to “jog the attention or memory of anybody out there,” as well as "raise stress" on anyone involved, including potential helpers who were unaware of how widely publicized the case has become.

Ongoing investigation in the Nancy Guthrie case

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said the footage was “recovered from residual data located in backend systems,” marking a crucial breakthrough after investigators struggled to obtain camera recordings due to technical limitations.

Following the release, Nancy’s daughter, 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, reposted the images on social media, stating, “We believe she is alive. Bring her home,” reflecting the family’s continued hope for her safe return.

Nancy was reported missing by her family on February 1 after she failed to attend church, prompting an extensive and active investigation by local and federal authorities.

Evidence at the scene included a trail of blood on the front steps of her home that was later confirmed to match her DNA, supporting the theory that she was taken against her will.

In the days before the latest footage was released, alleged kidnappers sent ransom notes to media outlets with payment deadlines.

However, after those deadlines passed without confirmed contact between the family and unidentified suspects, authorities said they were not aware of any ongoing communication from the alleged abductors.