First Ransom Deadline Passes in Nancy Guthrie Case as Investigators Race Against the Clock
First Ransom Deadline Passes in Nancy Guthrie Case as Investigators Race Against the Clock  
Podcast: Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime
Published On: Fri Feb 06 2026
Description: Breaking news as the first ransom deadline passes in the case of Nancy Guthrie missing, raising serious concerns about her safety. With Nancy Guthrie missing now entering a critical phase, investigators are racing against the clock as sheriff’s deputies and federal authorities work to track leads tied to the ransom demand. In this episode of the STS Podcast, we break down what it means that the deadline has passed, why Nancy Guthrie missing remains one of the most urgent true crime news stories in the country, and what investigators may do next.Authorities remain guarded about their strategy as the search continues in Tucson, Arizona. This real crime story highlights the high stakes of ransom cases, the pressure on law enforcement, and the emotional toll on families waiting for answers. As survivor stories and cold cases offer haunting parallels, this episode examines why time is critical and how the next moves could determine the outcome of this rapidly unfolding investigation.Key Points Covered in This Episode:First ransom deadline passes in the Nancy Guthrie caseWhat missed deadlines often signal in missing person investigationsSheriff’s deputies and FBI response effortsTimeline of ransom notes and investigative actionsWhy this case continues to dominate true crime newsWhat investigators may do next as pressure escalatesSupport the show & be a part of #STSNation:Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorEmail: SurvivingTheSurvivor@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.