In a later update reported by the New York Post, Nanos said the family had been cleared as possible suspects.
“The Guthrie family – to include all siblings and spouses – has been cleared as possible suspects in this case,” Nanos said, according to the report.
He also defended the family’s cooperation during the investigation.
“The family has been nothing but cooperative and gracious and are victims in this case,” Nanos said. “To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel. The Guthrie family are victims plain and simple.”
The statement marked an important shift in the public understanding of the case. While the investigation remains active, officials made clear that the family should not be treated as suspects based on rumor or online speculation.
The Reward Has Increased
Authorities are still seeking information that could help locate Nancy Guthrie or explain what happened to her. The FBI reward connected to the case has reportedly increased from $50,000 to $100,000.
Reward increases are often used in difficult investigations to encourage people with firsthand information to come forward. Even a small detail, such as a sighting, a vehicle description, or unusual activity near a home, can help investigators build a clearer timeline.
Reports have also stated that several people have been detained in connection with the case, though the central goal remains finding Nancy and determining the circumstances of her disappearance.
What Happens Next
Investigators are expected to continue reviewing physical evidence, video footage, and witness information. The doorbell camera footage and the glove found near the property remain among the details that have drawn public attention, but officials have not indicated that the case is resolved.
The case also shows how quickly speculation can affect families involved in missing-person investigations. Public attention can help generate tips, but unverified claims can also harm people who are already dealing with a painful and uncertain situation.
For now, authorities are asking anyone with credible information to contact investigators. The family has been cleared by officials, but the search for answers in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance continues.
As new details emerge, the focus remains on verified information, the ongoing search, and the hope that someone with knowledge of the case will come forward.