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FBI Director Kash Patel said Arizona authorities mishandled the case as the search for Nancy Guthrie enters its third month, officials said.
Three months into the search for Nancy Guthrie, FBI Director Kash Patel criticized Arizona law enforcement for its handling of the 84-year-old's suspected kidnapping.
Following Nancy Guthrie's disappearance from her Arizona home, federal investigators released doorbell footage. Patel emphasized that the first 7 hours of any disappearance are the most critical period for a successful recovery.
FBI Director Kash Patel offered to analyze collected DNA evidence at the federal laboratory, but Arizona law enforcement sent the samples to a private laboratory instead. This decision created a conflict regarding the handling of forensic materials.
Regarding the distribution of suspect images, Patel stated, "That's why you have that image." The agency coordinated with technology partners to ensure the public could view the evidence.
Investigators remain focused on determining the circumstances surrounding the incident that occurred in Arizona three months ago. As the search for the missing woman continues, authorities prioritize reviewing evidence to resolve the investigation.