The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has released two ransom notes that were sent to Nancy Guthrie‘s family in the days following her disappearance.
The department is asking the public for their “continue assistance and are confident that you can further the effort.” The two ransom notes that have been released were sent to CBS affiliate KOLD-TV 13 News in Tucson, with the first received on February 2 and the second on February 6.
“These communications reveal distinctive patterns of word choice, syntax, and phraseology that reflect the writer’s unique linguistic style. They also provide valuable insight into the person’s mindset, motives, and the evolution of their tone over time. As with the unidentified male depicted in the video, we believe these distinctive linguistic characteristics may be recognizable to someone who knows or has interacted with the notes’ writer. A friend, family member, coworker, classmate, or acquaintance may recognize these patterns of expression and possess information that could help identify the individual responsible,” the sheriff’s department noted.
The sheriff says it’s “not too late to come forward,” even if you think the information you have may be insignificant.
Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note #1
Hello, Savannah. We have your mother, Nancy. She is safe but scared. She will be held for ransom, and once payment is received, she will be released unharmed. We will be holding her for a maximum of seven days.
Once payment is received to the Bitcoin address below, she will be released within 12 hours of deposit to a safe drop off location back in Tucson.
If the payment is not received by the last deadline on Monday the 9th at 5 p.m., she will be killed. Your mother is aware of this and her life is in your hands. It is in the best interest of everyone to have this completed as soon as possible. You will not be able to contact me from here on out. There will be no negotiation. Do not play games. Law enforcement will not be able to help you.
She had a white smart watch that was on the floor near her bed, like at the foot of her bed, and then there was this floodlight that was destroyed in the back yard.
This note was sent on February 2.
Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note #2
Guthrie Family,
We did not fully grasp the seriousness of her physical condition. We never intended to hurt her, that was not our intention. She perished shortly after she was taken. We believe it was heart related. She is buried in nature now. Nothing you could have done could have changed the outcome. We want your family to know this and hope you all can find peace. We are truly sorry.
This note was sent on February 6.
Nancy has been missing since January 31. The Guthrie family is offering a $1 million reward for the return of Nancy. The FBI is also offering a $100,000 reward and encouraging anyone with information to call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
Savannah Guthrie spoke out this week with a new public plea as the search for her month hits the six-month mark.
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