Police Probe Family Connection in Kidnapping of Savannah Guthrie’s Mother

A shocking new development has emerged in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie — and it has sent waves of concern through her family and the public.

According to veteran journalist Ashleigh Banfield, police are now looking closely at a member of the family. Banfield reported Tuesday night that Savannah’s brother-in-law, Tommaso Cioni, has been identified as a possible suspect, citing a trusted law enforcement source.

Cioni is married to Savannah’s sister, Annie. Investigators say Annie and Cioni were the last people known to have seen Nancy on Saturday night. Annie reportedly had dinner with her mother that evening, though it remains unclear whether Cioni was also there.

The alarm was raised on Sunday when Nancy failed to attend her regular church service. Concerned family members contacted police after being unable to reach her.

Since then, the case has taken a disturbing turn. Banfield reports that investigators have towed Annie’s car, which is believed to have “some connection” to the 50-year-old Cioni. Even more troubling, all the security cameras at Nancy’s home in Tucson were found smashed.

Earlier on Tuesday, NewsNation aired video showing a visible trail of blood leading up to the front steps of Nancy’s house. The Los Angeles Times later confirmed that blood found at the scene belonged to Nancy.

Adding to the mystery, TMZ received what is believed to be a ransom note from an unknown sender demanding money in exchange for Nancy’s release. Authorities, including the Pima County Sheriff's Department and the FBI, are investigating whether the note is authentic.

Police say Nancy was kidnapped from her home during the night over the weekend. Investigators are racing against time to locate her, stressing that the situation is extremely urgent. Nancy is 84 years old, reportedly in poor health, and does not have access to her daily medication.

As the investigation unfolds, family, friends, and viewers across the country are hoping for answers — and, above all, for Nancy Guthrie’s safe return.