The host of NBC News’ Today programme addressed the potential abductor or abductors directly, saying: “We are ready to talk… We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and you have her… Please, reach out to us”.
The case has garnered nationwide attention, with dozens of reporters and camera crews descending on the quiet Arizona suburb where Nancy lives.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said on Thursday investigators were no closer to finding out who was responsible – but that they were working on the assumption she was still alive.
“Right now, we believe Nancy is still out there. We want her home,” he said. “Everybody’s still a suspect in our eyes.”
Authorities have urged the public to call the sheriff’s office with any information, vowing to look into all leads, and discouraging the spread of misinformation.