New developments in the case of the missing 84-year-old man Nancy Guthrie A retired federal investigator sparked an online discussion after he shared details about a search warrant and a man previously detained in connection with the case.
Jennifer CoffendaverThe retired FBI agent said in a Feb. 21 post that there was “strong evidence” that Luke Daley was the subject of two federal search warrants issued last week in connection with Guthrie’s disappearance. She noted that Daley was detained and later released without any arrests.
Daly denied any connection to the case, Coffendaver added.
Search warrants and vehicle seizures
A Range Rover was searched, and then her home was searched on a federal search warrant the night Daley and his mother were taken into custody, according to Coffendaver. Authorities have not publicly confirmed the claims or revealed what, if anything, has been found.
She also hinted at possible physical differences between Daley and the people captured on surveillance footage near Guthrie’s home, writing: “The eyebrows and eyes appear to be different.”
law enforcement officials No suspects have been publicly identified, nor has there been a confirmed match between Daley and the person seen in the surveillance images.
Online speculation
Coffindafer’s post sparked a wave of reactions and speculation online about the investigation.
One commenter wrote, “The suspect in the Den video has a small mole or birthmark above his right eye,” while another argued, “If he was as rock solid as you claim, he would be arrested, but he’s not.”
Others pushed back on the speculation, with one response writing: “Is this a federal search warrant?”
Authorities have not commented on the claims online.
Burglary theory questioned
In separate posts, Coffendaver also questioned whether Guthrie’s disappearance fit a pattern of a home invasion, arguing that several factors seemed inconsistent with a typical home invasion.
Investigators have not confirmed a motive. As the search enters its third week, officials say the case remains active and urge the public to rely on verified updates and submit credible tips.
