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'We need your help': Savannah Guthrie issues new plea in search for Nancy Guthrie
By Brent Corrado at FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The "Today" show co-host spoke about her missing mother a day after NBC News reported that a second ransom note that was sent to the media after Nancy's kidnapping indicating that she had died.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has taken a dire turn with the emergence of a second ransom note suggesting her death. As the community rallies around the family, Los Angeles residents are reminded of the city's complex and often fraught relationship with crime and public safety. The fact that a kidnapping case with national attention is unfolding in the city underscores the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and the public. With Savannah Guthrie's plea for help still resonating, Angelenos are likely to remain engaged and invested in the outcome of this case, and the city's response will be closely watched. The local impact of this case will depend on how effectively authorities can work with the community to gather information and bring the situation to a resolution.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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