The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC host Savannah Guthrie, has hit a standstill three weeks after she was last seen. Authorities are considering transitioning to a new investigative phase that will involve a smaller, specialized team, according to ABC News. Guthrie was last spotted at her home in northern Tucson on January 31, after having dinner with her daughter, and her family reported her missing the following day when she did not attend church.

Initially, a large team of at least 400 local, state, and federal agents was mobilized to investigate her disappearance. Despite the extensive resources devoted to the case, the slow progress has led investigators to reassess their approach. They have begun to think about how to focus their efforts moving forward, potentially sacrificing the number of agents in favor of a targeted, long-term investigative strategy. Additionally, DNA samples have been recovered from a possible suspect, but there has been no recent development in that lead.

The implications of this transition in the investigative phase could be significant, both for the family of Nancy Guthrie and the local community. As law enforcement reallocates resources, the family's hopes may be mixed with concern over the lack of progress. This underscores the challenges often faced in prolonged investigations, where initial enthusiasm and manpower can dwindle over time, making it crucial for the small specialized team to stay vigilant and resourceful as they pursue any leads that may arise.