Mexican authorities say no formal FBI request in Guthrie case
The Hill
by Max RegoFebruary 19, 2026
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Mexican authorities have clarified that they have not received a formal request from the FBI to assist in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The Sonora Attorney General’s office, led by Gustavo Rómulo Salas Chávez, shared this information on the social platform X (formerly Twitter), emphasizing that no official collaboration request has been made regarding the case. This statement comes amid speculation about potential international involvement in the ongoing investigation.
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a U.S. citizen, occurred while she was visiting her daughter in Sonora, Mexico. The lack of a formal FBI request highlights the current state of diplomatic and law enforcement collaboration between Mexico and the United States. While informal consultations may have taken place, the absence of an official request underscores the need for clearer communication channels between the two nations.
This situation raises questions about the level of cooperation between U.S. and Mexican authorities in cross-border criminal investigations. The Guthrie case has garnered significant attention due to her age and
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/19/2026