The investigation into the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of Savannah Guthrie, intensified after a sudden digital signal broke days of silence. Her phone had been off, financial accounts inactive, and tracking systems yielded nothing—until a wearable device briefly transmitted a GPS location near a remote state border.
The signal lasted less than two minutes but prompted an urgent response from local and federal authorities. When deputies arrived at the isolated roadside, they found no vehicles or signs of disturbance. Instead, Nancy’s wristwatch lay carefully placed on a marker, face up and still ticking. Investigators reported no visible damage to the device and confirmed it had been recently charged.
The deliberate placement raised concerns that someone intentionally activated and positioned the watch to send a message. Analysts noted similarities to past cases where electronics were used to misdirect search efforts or complicate jurisdictional coordination. Its location near a state line introduced additional logistical challenges for agencies now working together across boundaries.
Officials have not confirmed further signals, and the case has entered a complex forensic and behavioral analysis phase. Authorities continue expanding the search area while urging the public to report credible information. The discovery of the watch marks a significant development, but investigators emphasize that the priority remains locating Nancy safely and following verified evidence as the inquiry moves forward.
