As the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, authorities have clarified that a recent arrest linked to the case is not directly connected to her disappearance. Federal officials confirmed that a California man was taken into custody on February 5, 2026, after allegedly sending threatening messages to members of the Guthrie family during the height of public concern.

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the suspect—identified as Derrick Callella—was charged federally for transmitting threatening communications across state lines. Investigators emphasized that the messages were not tied to any verified ransom demand and that Callella is not believed to be involved in Nancy’s disappearance. Authorities also noted that Callella allegedly admitted to sending the messages after following media coverage, and they stressed that exploiting high-profile tragedies will be aggressively prosecuted.

Meanwhile, Arizona investigators have continued to address public speculation surrounding the case. Chris Nanos explained that missing doorbell footage from the early hours of Nancy’s disappearance was due to a camera disconnection and the lack of an active cloud-storage subscription. Officials have urged the public to separate confirmed facts from rumors as forensic and digital analysis continues.

Nancy’s daughter, Savannah Guthrie, along with her siblings, shared an emotional public appeal, asking for verified information and emphasizing their mother’s fragile health and need for medication. As investigators review evidence and tips, authorities reiterate that no suspect has been identified in the disappearance itself. For the family, the message remains unchanged and urgent: bring her home.