The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has deepened with a new layer of intrigue: neighbors in the quiet Catalina Foothills neighborhood of Tucson, Arizona, report spotting a suspicious, unmarked white van parked on the street in the days leading up to her vanishing.

Brett McIntire, who lives directly across from Nancy’s home, told the New York Post he noticed the full-sized white van with no identifying markings, logos, or company branding—unusual in a residential area where service or work vehicles typically display some form of identification. McIntire, 72, said the van did not appear to be a typical delivery, maintenance, or contractor vehicle. He reported the sighting to police after Nancy was reported missing, and officers asked him basic questions about what he observed in the days prior to her disappearance on the night of January 31, 2026.

McIntire and his wife Lisa, who did not personally know Nancy but interacted with her occasionally, described the neighborhood as typically safe and low-crime, with spaced-out homes under dark skies. The van’s presence has left them unsettled. They now plan to install security cameras, despite previously feeling protected by metal doors and other home safeguards. The couple could not recall the exact date or duration of the van’s parking but emphasized it stood out as unusual and has heightened their vigilance for anything out of the ordinary.

Investigators from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department have not publicly confirmed whether the unmarked white van is linked to Nancy’s case or considered a lead. Sheriff Chris Nanos, during a February 5, 2026 press conference, provided a detailed timeline and confirmed other key evidence—such as blood droplets on the front porch matching Nancy’s DNA via expedited testing—but made no mention of the vehicle. The van sighting joins a growing list of unanswered questions in what authorities believe was an abduction from her home.

Nancy was last seen around 9:30–9:45 p.m. on January 31, when family members—including daughter Annie and son-in-law Tommaso Cioni—dropped her off after a family dinner. She lived alone, had mobility challenges but remained mentally sharp, and used a pacemaker. She failed to attend church the next morning, February 1, prompting her family to report her missing around noon. Her home was quickly declared a crime scene.

Key evidence includes:

Blood on the porch confirmed as Nancy’s.
Her Ring doorbell camera disconnected at 1:47 a.m. on February 1, with the device removed (mount left behind); motion detected at 2:12 a.m. but no video recorded.
Her pacemaker disconnecting from her cellphone at 2:28 a.m., suggesting a possible timeline for the incident.
Personal items—cellphone, wallet, car keys, medications—left behind, and her car still in the driveway.

No forced entry has been definitively confirmed in recent updates, though early reports suggested signs of a struggle. No suspect or person of interest has been named, and authorities continue to rule nothing out.

The case has been further complicated by unverified ransom notes sent to media outlets like TMZ and local Tucson stations, demanding millions in Bitcoin with deadlines and threats. Some notes referenced specific home details, raising questions about insider knowledge. The FBI is analyzing these, has increased manpower, and announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy’s recovery or arrests. Officials warn that imposters profiting from false claims will face prosecution.

Earlier revelations include a 12-second audio clip Nancy recorded days before vanishing, expressing concern about “someone who used to have a key to the house,” which ended abruptly. Relatives also shared that she was terrified by the return of an old neighbor after 11 years, with his name appearing in a notebook the night before she disappeared.

Savannah Guthrie, her siblings Annie and Camron, released an emotional Instagram video on February 4 pleading directly to any abductor: “We are ready to talk,” but demanding undeniable proof of life. Savannah addressed her mother: “Mommy, if you are hearing this, you are a strong woman. You are God’s precious daughter.” The family remains hopeful she is alive, describing her as kind, faithful, funny, and fiercely loving.

The affluent Catalina Foothills community—known for its privacy and low crime—has been shaken. Volunteers, search teams, K-9 units, and FBI agents continue efforts, including renewed searches around the home. Neighbors express shock at the “bizarre” nature of the case in their normally peaceful area.

As the investigation enters its sixth day (as of February 6, 2026), the unmarked white van stands as a potential clue—or mere coincidence—in a mystery filled with unsettling details. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or the Pima County Sheriff’s tip line. The nation watches anxiously, hoping for Nancy Guthrie’s safe return and answers to the questions haunting her family and community.