UPDATE: Fox News host Greg Gutfeld is facing fierce backlash after suggesting that Savannah Guthrie take a lie detector test regarding the ongoing abduction case of her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who is missing at the age of 84. The distressing situation has left many questioning the appropriateness of Gutfeld’s comments amid a family crisis.
The search for Nancy has intensified over the past weeks, with authorities revealing that significant blood clues were found at the scene where she was last seen. As police continue to investigate, Savannah has been on leave, desperately urging the public for any information that could lead to her mother’s safe return.
Earlier this week, Savannah’s family received a shocking ransom demand of £4.7 million (approximately $6 million) in Bitcoin from an anonymous source. However, with no proof of life provided, authorities suspect that this could be a hoax aimed at exploiting the family’s tragedy.
In a moment that many found highly insensitive, Gutfeld suggested during a segment with former NYPD inspector Paul Mauro that Savannah should undergo a polygraph test to increase pressure on others involved in the case. “That would be having… Savannah Guthrie offer to do a polygraph, which will then put necessary pressure on others inside and outside the circle to do the same,” Gutfeld stated. His remarks quickly sparked outrage on social media, with critics labeling him as “ghoulish” and accusing him of making light of an incredibly painful situation.
The reaction was swift and largely negative, with viewers expressing their disbelief that a journalist could face such scrutiny during a family crisis. One user on X (formerly Twitter) remarked, “Gutfeld is a 2-bit failed comedian… not funny at all.” Another noted, “There’s absolutely nothing funny about this horrific case.”
However, not all responses were critical. A segment of the audience supported Gutfeld’s suggestion, arguing that a polygraph could have been beneficial early on in the investigation. Some even speculated about possible family involvement in Nancy’s disappearance, suggesting deeper issues within the family dynamic.
The situation has escalated further, as authorities continue to comb through evidence. Veteran FBI special agent Lance Leising commented on the ransom demand, stating, “In legitimate ransom cases, kidnappers would make the demands immediately.” This delay has raised additional concerns about the authenticity of the threats.
As the investigation unfolds, the emotional toll on Savannah and her family grows more evident. With the clock ticking and the public’s attention on this tragic story, every new detail could prove critical. Forensic teams remain active at the scene, searching for DNA evidence that could provide answers about Nancy’s fate.
What’s Next: As the search continues, all eyes will be on further developments from authorities. Will Savannah Guthrie respond to the polygraph suggestion? How will the investigation evolve in light of the ransom demands and significant evidence found? The urgency of this case cannot be overstated as the community rallies for answers.
Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available in this heartbreaking situation.
