Nancy Guthrie Update: One Bitcoin ransom note declared fake by sheriff | FOX 10 Phoenix

147 days after Nancy Guthrie was reported missing in Pima County, Arizona, new developments have emerged regarding a ransom note demanding one Bitcoin for a phone purportedly containing video of her. Sheriff Chris Nanos has said that authorities are treating the note as fake and are working with the FBI to determine its origin. The investigation has faced scrutiny over its initial handling, particularly concerning communication strategies and the search parameters established during the crucial early hours of the case. Former FBI agent Jonathan Gilliam joins Ellen McNamara and Trenton Hooker on FOX 10 Talks to discuss the trajectory of the investigation, highlighting potential missteps by local law enforcement. He points out that the suspect captured on ring camera footage appeared amateurish, suggesting the perpetrator is likely local rather than an international operative. Gilliam emphasized that a more effective strategy would have involved immediate, widespread public alerts and the utilization of specialized volunteer search groups, rather than strictly limiting the flow of information. As the search continues with a $1 million reward still active, experts suggest the community remains a vital asset in solving the disappearance. Investigators are urged to reconsider the timeline and distance an amateur could travel within a two-hour window, focusing on areas with natural brush or runoffs where a person could be concealed. Ultimately, resolving the case may rely on a tip from the public or the perpetrator making a mistake, rather than solely on forensic evidence. Subscribe to FOX 10 Phoenix!    / @fox10phoenix   #nancyguthrie #crime #arizona #az #guthrie #savannahguthrie #crime #kidnapping #truecrime #MissingPerson #fox10phoenix  FOX 10 Phoenix delivers breaking news, live events, politics, entertainment, business news and local stories from Phoenix, Arizona and across the nation. Watch more FOX 10 Phoenix on YouTube:    • Nancy Guthrie disappearance      • Arizona headlines      • National headlines      • Top Videos