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Nancy Guthrie case: Second note sent to media outlets said she had died
By Tom Winter and Andrew Blankstein | NBC News at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
The second note sent to media outlets following the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie indicated that she had died but contained no apology or request for payment for the release of her body, three people familiar with the matter told NBC News.
The existence of the note was known, but the contents...
Key takeaway The existence of the note was known, but the contents...
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The revelation that a second note sent to media outlets claimed Nancy Guthrie had died raises more questions about the investigation into her disappearance from her Arizona home. While the case itself is not directly related to Los Angeles , the fact that notes were sent to media outlets here suggests that the perpetrator may have been trying to maximize publicity or create a sense of urgency. The discrepancy between the two notes, one claiming Guthrie was safe and the other stating she had died, also highlights the complexity of the case. As the FBI continues to investigate, Angelenos may be wondering about the potential implications for local law enforcement and the ways in which cases like this can impact communities beyond the immediate area. The fact that the notes were sent to local media outlets also underscores the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies across state lines.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The second note sent to media outlets following the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie indicated that she had died but contained no apology or request for payment for the release of her body, three people familiar with the matter told NBC News.
The existence of the note was known, but the contents...
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