Crime & Safetyscore 508·6 metrosupdated 3h ago

FBI Declares Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Notes as Fakes

The FBI has determined that three kidnapping-related messages concerning the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of 'Today' show co-host Savannah Guthrie, are fake. This revelation raises questions about the initial premise of her abduction for ransom.

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Roanoke–LynchburgChicagoAtlantaDallas–Ft. WorthBaltimoreDC / Maryland / Virginia

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