The mother of NBC correspondent Savannah Guthrie has been kidnapped by criminals demanding millions of dollars in Bitcoin ransom, according to breaking reports as federal authorities rush to join the investigation.
Nancy Guthrie was reportedly abducted by unknown assailants who left behind a ransom note demanding the cryptocurrency payment for her safe return. The FBI has now entered the case, working alongside local law enforcement in what appears to be a sophisticated kidnapping targeting the family of one of mainstream media's most recognizable faces.
The brazen crime has sparked intense speculation across social media, with Americans questioning everything from the timing to the suspects' motives. One Twitter user noted the irony, posting: "Savannah Guthrie's net worth as 'kidnappers' demand millions in Bitcoin - But Illan Ohmar is worth more in just 2 years than someone who works literally every day."
The use of Bitcoin as the ransom demand highlights the growing trend of criminals leveraging cryptocurrency to avoid traditional banking systems and law enforcement tracking. This digital currency angle adds another layer of complexity to an already challenging investigation.
Wild Conspiracy Theories Emerge
The shocking news has generated predictable unhinged reactions from the left, with one deranged social media user actually suggesting President Trump was somehow involved, posting: "WANNA BET TRUMP IS BEHIND THIS?" - a baseless conspiracy theory that shows just how broken Trump Derangement Syndrome has made some Americans.
Meanwhile, other reports suggest the ransom demand may be even higher, with some sources indicating "billions in Bitcoin" rather than millions, according to additional social media posts tracking the developing story.
The Guthrie family has not yet issued a public statement, and NBC News has remained largely silent as the investigation unfolds. The case represents a troubling escalation in crimes targeting high-profile media figures and their families.
As this story develops, Americans are left wondering: Is this simply a case of criminals targeting wealth, or is there something more sinister at play? One thing is certain - the FBI better move fast to bring Nancy Guthrie home safely.