Sheriff Issues Rare Warning in Nancy Guthrie Investigation
While the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie nears the six-month mark, the Pima County Sheriff's Department shared a rare update with the public.
"The Pima County Sheriff's Department is aware of posts circulating about the Guthrie investigation that include a QR code requesting money," PCSD shared via Instagram on Monday, July 13. "PCSD will never ask for money related to this case, or any investigation."
The statement continued, "Please do not send money to people you do not know or scan QR codes requesting payment. If you see one of these posts, ignore ir and report it. Stay alert and help spread the word."
While it's unclear who is behind the apparent false reports, the latest development marks a rare update from the sheriff's office.
Guthrie, 84, went missing from her Tucson, Arizona, home in the early morning hours of February 1. She was last seen the night before during a family dinner at her daughter Annie's home.
PCSD has been working closely with the FBI's Phoenix division on the case.
While the Sheriff's Department is begging the public to remain vigilant and not to fall for scammers, they previously released a QR code for people to submit tips to help the investigation.
"The Pima County Sheriff's Department is urgently requesting your assistance in locating Nancy Guthrie, 84, who last seen on the evening of January 31, 2026, at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue," the PCSD wrote in a message on the portal. "If you have any information, please contact the Pima County Sheriff's Department at (520)-351-4900, 88-Crime, or use the attached QR code to submit any piece of information that you feel may be helpful."
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This story was originally published July 13, 2026 at 10:07 PM.