Key Facts

• Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped, and ransom notes were sent to a local TV news station.
• The first ransom note was sent on February 2 and demanded $4 million in bitcoin by February 5.
• The note warned that if payment was not received, the ransom would increase to $6 million by February 9.
• The kidnappers claimed Nancy Guthrie was safe but scared and threatened harm if the ransom was not paid.
• The second note, sent on February 6, said Nancy Guthrie died from a heart-related issue soon after the kidnapping.
• The sheriff’s department released the notes because of unique writing patterns that might help identify the kidnapper.
• They asked the public to report if they recognize the writing style.
• The investigation is ongoing.