Nancy Guthrie ransom notes were written by two different people, expert claims
Key Points:
- Forensic psychologist Gary Brucato suggests two different authors with distinct motives wrote the two ransom notes related to missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, indicating a possible internal conflict between them.
- The first note, demanding $4 million in bitcoin, was likely written by an intelligent person focused on money, while the second, more emotional note claimed Guthrie had died and was "buried in nature," possibly authored by a woman connected to Guthrie's family.
- Brucato believes the masked "porch guy" seen near Guthrie’s home was a third individual involved, acting as a hired enforcer separate from the note writers, with a probable financial motive.
- The second note expressed regret and sympathy, suggesting the kidnappers did not intend to harm Guthrie, who reportedly died from a heart-related condition shortly after being taken.
- Despite six months passing since Guthrie’s disappearance, authorities, including Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, maintain the case remains active and unresolved.