Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos ‘Is Not Interested in Somebody Trying to Help Him’ After Backlash Mounts, Claims Ex-Boss

Former Pima County Undersheriff Rick Kastigar stated that Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos is “not interested in other perspectives, or other opinions, or somebody trying to help him” regarding the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the missing 84-year-old mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie.

Rick, who was previously Chris’ supervisor for 37 years, criticized the sheriff’s handling of the case, alleging that Chris’ desire to handle the situation alone led to significant delays and missed opportunities.

Rick claimed Chris “botched the investigation” and waited too long to request help from the FBI, preferring to keep the investigation internal.

— NewsNation (@NewsNation) March 24, 2026

In an interview with NewsNation’s Brian Entin on Monday, March 23, Rick explained that Chris is intent on solving this case on his own…

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