Is Nancy Guthrie’s Kidnapping Linked to El Mencho’s Death Site? Mexican Cartel Theories Resurface

TUCSON, Arizona – February 23, 2026: Three weeks after the mysterious disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today Show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, investigators are exploring every possible lead. While federal and local authorities treat the case as a suspected kidnapping, some online theories suggest that Nancy may have been transported to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the site where notorious d**g lord El Mencho was killed.

Could Nancy Guthrie Have Been Taken to Mexico?

Missing persons investigator Steve Fischer recently raised the possibility that Nancy Guthrie’s abductors flew her to Mexico. He noted that her pacemaker lost its Bluetooth connection at 2:28 a.m. on February 1, 2026. Two hours later, at 4:45 a.m., a private jet departed Tucson for Puerto Vallarta, which he described as “a very early departure on a Sunday morning.”

Although Fischer highlighted the unusual flight timing, he cautioned that it is not definitive evidence of the location of Nancy Guthrie. Authorities, including the FBI and Pima County police, have not verified any connection between the disappearance and Mexican d**g cartels such as CJNG, led by El Mencho.

Social Media Changes Raise Questions

Observers recently noticed Nancy Guthrie’s Facebook account underwent a subtle change. On February 22, 2026, the comments feature on her public posts was disabled. Previously, users could comment freely on her posts. All other content, including photos and videos, remains unchanged.

Experts suggest this was likely done to prevent harassment or misinformation as online speculation surged. It is unknown who changed the settings or when exactly it occurred.

Latest Developments in the Investigation

Investigators have made several discoveries in the past week:

• DNA evidence was recovered from Nancy Guthrie’s home that does not match her or immediate family members.

• A black glove, found two miles from her home, is believed to belong to the masked intruder seen on her doorbell camera.

• Authorities used signal-detection helicopters to track Nancy’s pacemaker Bluetooth signal, though public disclosure of this method was criticized by former President Trump.

Despite these efforts, no arrest or suspect has been publicly identified.

Why the Investigation Is Delayed

Experts say that processing forensic DNA, analyzing digital evidence, and following up on thousands of tips are time-consuming. Investigators emphasize that while public speculation is high, only verified evidence will guide the search.