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Retired detective cites 'wrench attack' theory in Nancy Guthrie case
Filed: May 21, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
Summary: Retired Colorado detective Lisa J. Miller says Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance shows signs of a 'wrench attack' kidnapping tactic.
WHO: Lisa J. Miller
WHAT: Said Nancy Guthrie’s apparent abduction shows signs of a 'wrench attack' tactic involving hackers recruiting local muscle for kidnappings.
WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 1:49 PM ET
WHERE: Tucson, Arizona, USA
WHY: Her disappearance involved an armed person tampering with a doorbell camera, fitting the 'wrench attack' kidnapping pattern she described.
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