TUCSON, Ariz. — The no-parking zone around the home of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother is being expanded in response to complaints from neighbors about congested roads, trespassing, and trash left alongside roadways.
For the past three weeks since Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, journalists and social media streamers have been stationed around her home, which has caused growing concern among local residents. Pima County officials initially tried enforcing one-way traffic on the road in front of Nancy Guthrie’s house over the weekend, but the effort did not achieve the desired results. Consequently, expanded parking restrictions will take effect Thursday.
Authorities say while journalists and streamers can still access the area, they will now have to park elsewhere and be dropped off within the neighborhood. Violators of the new parking rules will face a $250 fine.
The consistent presence of news crews, bloggers, and curious onlookers has drawn mixed reactions from neighbors. Some appreciate the attention the case has received, while others have placed traffic cones and signs on their properties to deter gatherings.
Officials have expressed concerns about tents, generators, and satellite trucks set up along the road, citing the congestion and safety risks these have created.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen at her home just outside Tucson on January 31 and was reported missing the following day. Authorities believe she was kidnapped or taken against her will. Drops of her blood were found on the front porch, though officials have not publicly disclosed much detail about the evidence.
Despite a sheriff’s request that people refrain from conducting their own searches, volunteers have continued to comb the area. A small group reported finding a black backpack on Sunday; however, it was not the same brand as the one shown in FBI-released surveillance video featuring a masked person at Guthrie’s home the night she disappeared.
In addition to journalists and streamers, supporters of the Guthrie family have gathered outside the home to leave flowers, yellow ribbons, crosses, and prayers.
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