The latest plea from Savannah Guthrie for her missing mother Nancy has sparked new speculation about the possible involvement of kidnappers. Experts believe that subtle changes in the wording of Guthrie's message could indicate new developments in the case.
Former FBI agent Jason Pack noted that the language used in Guthrie's recent plea is "consistent" with a family responding to a situation rather than "speaking into a void." However, he emphasized that consistency is not evidence in itself.
California man pleads guilty to sending ransom notes to Guthrie's family. Guthrie, the host of a popular morning show, remains emotional as the search for her mother continues. In a heartfelt Instagram message, Guthrie implored the kidnappers to "do the right thing" and help her find her mother.
Guthrie's message reads: "Our family is in agony, we are in a nightmare that will not end. Nothing about our situation had changed. We have done our part and we will never stop looking for her. We will always ache for her, feel that hole in our hearts."
The 54-year-old host then asked the kidnappers to make the right choice and help her find her mother. "Make the right choice. Help us find her. Tell us where to look for her," Guthrie said. "I truly believe it is never too late to do the right thing. Help us bring this situation to an end."
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing from her Tucson, Ariz., home on February 1. The family has been searching for her ever since.
Experts weigh in on the latest message, with one former CIA member believing that Guthrie may have received a new ransom note or message. "She's answering specific questions. She does allude to the fact that some type of ransom was paid," the expert said.
Former FBI agent Jason Pack also believes that Guthrie signalled that she took some sort of action. "Five words and not one of them an accusation. But it lands like a receipt. It says this family held up their end," Pack said.
Pack suspects that Guthrie may be addressing someone specific with the phrase: "I know you have tried to do things the right way." "Six months in, the family may believe they know more about who is listening," Pack said.
