Bitcoin Address Linked to Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note Records First Activity

A Bitcoin wallet included in an alleged ransom demand related to the disappearance of 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie has recorded new activity, marking the first publicly reported movement tied to the note since the case began, according to multiple reports ^[1][2][3][4].

Media outlets including TMZ and Cryptopolitan reported the transaction appeared shortly before their coverage; Cryptopolitan said it occurred roughly 25 minutes before TMZ's report. Publications did not disclose how much Bitcoin, if any, was sent or received on the address ^[4][2][3].

Authorities continue search efforts for Guthrie, who went missing on January 31, and law enforcement activity around the case is ongoing as reporters and investigators monitor the wallet activity, according to reporting ^[3][1].

The newly observed blockchain movement is the first sign of activity linked to the alleged ransom note; there has been no public confirmation that the transaction constitutes a ransom payment, and investigators remain engaged in the case ^[1][2].