Nancy Guthrie Update: TMZ weighs in on disappearance amid ransom note probe, FBI passes on key info
TMZ continues to be one of the most outspoken media organizations in the world Nancy Guthrie The investigation began with their acquisition of an important ransom note in the initial stages of the case and extends to their recent contact with a source who claims to have video of Guthrie’s kidnappers.
Nancy Guthrie Update: TMZ and FBI Close Ties
TMZ is in close communication with relevant authorities as the case progresses. FBIproviding them with all relevant information and key sources. However, in recent weeks, TMZ confirmed that the FBI had “ghosted” them after they offered to send Bitcoin to an individual believed to be the author of the ransom note.
TMZ now claims that the FBI has contacted them again and made a direct request to the media organization.
TMZ founder calls for FBI to ‘stand down’
The TMZ founder reported last week that he hopes to establish contact with the author of the ransom note and possibly produce a documentary about his investigation. Harvey Levin The FBI allegedly instructed them to “stand down” while they conducted their own investigation.
“A month ago, I called the FBI and I said, ‘Listen, I have a feeling this guy might be real. I said, ‘What if we did a documentary where we deposited money into a Bitcoin address and traced its path and where it went?'”
Although the FBI initially refused to respond, widespread coverage of the possible documentary eventually got them involved, leading them to alert TMZ.
“I’m told they feel they are making progress in identifying this individual and they feel they can do that,” Levine told CBS News.
The update comes less than a week after TMZ allegedly contacted a known source who claimed to have a video. Nancy Guthrie Footage of what is believed to be her last day was shown of key figures linked to her abduction.
Bitcoin demand in exchange for cell phone location
The source offered to provide TMZ with the location of a phone that could access the video in exchange for one Bitcoin. However, the outlet responded that its initial request for screenshots to verify the source’s credibility was declined, with the source saying he was unwilling to do so due to concerns for his own safety.
at the same time, Pima County Sheriff The department is diligently investigating Guthrie’s disappearance and will not be affected by TMZ’s emails and ransom note. Sheriff Chris Nanos issued a statement during an appearance on KVOI AM 1030’s Buckmaster Show, claiming: “I believe the FBI has arrested a number of people for false or forged ransom notes. It’s unfortunate that this happened, but I think we are looking at another such incident today.”
