Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case: The search for missing Arizona resident Nancy Gutherie, 84, has taken another bizarre turn. TMZ has received a third letter from a person claiming to know the identity of the individual who abducted her. This comes as authorities continue to review new forensic DNA evidence linked to the case.
Authorities are also reviewing several messages that have been sent to TMZ from individuals claiming to have information about the suspected kidnapper. None of these tips have been verified by authorities.
Nancy Gutherie Case Linked to Bitcoin Reward Demand
As TMZ reports, the latest message demands the entire $100,000 FBI reward, but only if it is paid in bitcoin. The sender states that they do not trust federal agents and would rather speak with the media.
TMZ founder Harvey Levin told CNN that the sender is demanding $50,000 upfront. In exchange, they will give the media important information about the kidnapper.
As TMZ reports, the sender promised to give “the name of the main individual” and tracking information. As Levin explained the conditions to CNN, “He also says he will not touch the $50,000 until an arrest is made and once that happens, they can then deposit the other $50 (thousand) and he’ll take the money,” said Levin.
Nancy Gutherie Mentioned in Ominous Third Letter
Levin also stated that the third message holds “ominous references to Nancy,” although he failed to clarify what these were. The tone of the letter has sparked fears, particularly as the whereabouts of Nancy Gutherie are still unknown.
The police are examining the message carefully but have yet to verify the authenticity of the information.
Nancy Gutherie Case Sparks Border Crossing Speculation
According to TMZ, the individual who claimed to know the kidnapper also thought that the kidnapper might have gone overseas. This is because the individual used phrases in the email that seemed to indicate that the kidnapper had left the United States.
The final words of the email referred to a “man hunt” and told the authorities to “be prepared to go international.” This has raised speculations that the kidnapper might have gone to Mexico.
Nancy Gutherie was kidnapped from her residence near Tucson, which is close to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Nancy Gutherie Investigation Continues
However, despite the sensational reports, there has been no confirmation of the authenticity of the letters or emails that have been sent to TMZ. The investigators are still zeroing in on the forensic evidence while trying to determine whether the emails can provide any kind of breakthrough in the case.
The search for Nancy Gutherie is still on as the authorities try to figure out whether the latest reports are a genuine lead or just another dead end.
