Fresh criticism surrounds the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance as new questions emerge about how authorities handled the case. Sources now argue that the FBI should take full control after six months passed without a breakthrough in the search for her.
The criticism comes after investigators released one of several ransom notes that claimed Nancy was “buried in nature.” Authorities have not confirmed her death, but Savannah Guthrie and her family have publicly said they now believe she is no longer alive.
Sources argue the FBI should take over after alleged problems in the Guthrie investigation
According to Page Six, people close to the case believe investigators lost valuable time. One source called the situation “shocking and disturbing” and urged officials to stop blaming each other.
“Stop the childish finger-pointing,” the source said. “There’s a killer on the loose. They need to focus their resources on finding that person rather than bickering.”
The criticism follows public disagreement between Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and FBI Director Kash Patel. Patel reportedly claimed local authorities kept the FBI out of the investigation during its first four days. Nanos strongly denied the accusation.
Retired FBI profiler Jim Clemente told the outlet that local agencies still control jurisdiction unless they formally invite federal investigators.
“The FBI does not have primary jurisdiction, they have to be invited in,” Clemente explained. He added, “It’s ridiculous for egos to ever be involved in delaying or obfuscating an investigation. Law enforcement on all sides should have the same goal — to resolve the crime.”
Clemente also criticized the early handling of the crime scene. He claimed investigators released it too quickly and failed to preserve important evidence.
“The crime scene was not protected,” he said. He added that people walked across possible blood evidence before investigators fully documented the area.
The former profiler also noted that investigators needed ten days to recover doorbell camera footage showing a masked suspect outside Nancy Guthrie’s home. Google reportedly helped recover the deleted video through forensic methods.
When asked whether the FBI should now lead the investigation, Clemente answered, “absolutely.” He said federal specialists could provide behavioral analysis, forensic expertise, and additional investigative resources.
Meanwhile, private companies have reportedly joined the search effort by reviewing thousands of public tips and examining evidence already collected. Savannah Guthrie’s family also continues offering a $1 million reward for information.
Nancy disappeared from her Arizona home on Feb. 1 after authorities said someone kidnapped her from her Tucson residence. Since then, investigators have released multiple ransom notes, including one claiming she was “buried in nature.” Authorities have not confirmed that claim, but Savannah Guthrie’s family has said they believe Nancy is no longer alive as the investigation continues.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK THE FBI SHOULD TAKE OVER THE NANCY GUTHRIE INVESTIGATION AFTER SIX MONTHS WITHOUT A BREAKTHROUGH?
Originally reported by Vanshika Vasundhare Singh on Reality Tea
