A resident of Texas has just reported finding a woman in critical condition in the woods

SHOCKING UPDATE: Woman Found in Critical Condition in Texas Woods Is NOT Nancy Guthrie, Police Confirm

Police in Texas have confirmed that a woman found in critical condition in a wooded area earlier today is not Nancy Guthrie, despite early reports suggesting a resemblance to Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother.

The confusion began after a local resident reported discovering an injured woman in the woods and alerted authorities. Due to her general appearance and age, speculation quickly spread online that the individual might be connected to the high-profile disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.

Those rumors were put to rest within hours.

Law enforcement officials confirmed that the woman’s identity has now been verified and she is not Nancy Guthrie. Authorities emphasized that there is no connection between the Texas incident and the ongoing investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance.

“We understand why there was public concern,” a police spokesperson said. “However, after confirmation, we can state clearly that this individual is not the person being sought in the Guthrie case.”

The woman found in Texas was transported to a nearby hospital for emergency care. Officials have not released further details about her condition or identity, citing privacy concerns.

While the confirmation has prevented further misinformation, the update has brought renewed heartbreak to the Guthrie family and those following the case closely. Friends of the family say the brief hope that came with the initial reports quickly turned into renewed sorrow upon learning the truth.

As of now, Nancy Guthrie remains missing, and investigators continue to follow existing leads tied to her disappearance. Police urge the public to rely only on verified updates from authorities and to avoid spreading unconfirmed reports, noting that false hope can be emotionally devastating for families still waiting for answers.