Authorities have issued a warning regarding QR codes that are soliciting money in connection with the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department stated that it is aware of these QR codes and emphasized that they will never request money related to any investigation. They advised the public to avoid sending money to unknown individuals or scanning QR codes that request payment, urging people to report such instances.
Sheriff Chris Nanos mentioned that the advisory was prompted by reports of a truck in Tucson, Arizona, displaying an AI-altered image of a woman wearing a face mask and seeking assistance in the investigation. Nancy Guthrie has been missing since February 1, when she was abducted from her home. Evidence from the scene included bloodstains confirmed to be hers and footage from a doorbell camera showing a masked individual tampering with the device prior to her disappearance.
The case has seen multiple scams, including one involving Derrick Anthony Callella, who was arrested for sending fake ransom notes to Savannah Guthrie's family. Callella pleaded guilty to the charges and is awaiting sentencing. An FBI official previously stated that none of the ransom notes in the case are believed to be genuine, with several demanding Bitcoin in exchange for information about the kidnapping.
Savannah Guthrie expressed her family's ongoing efforts to locate their mother, stating that they continue to search tirelessly and appreciate the support from the community and law enforcement.