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The man in charge of finding Nancy Guthrie is now facing explosive allegations from officers who worked alongside him for decades. Richard Kastigar served 46 years with the Pima County Sheriff's Department, including time as Sheriff Chris Nanos's own second-in-command. Now he's publicly accusing Nanos of harboring "great disdain" for the FBI—and letting it affect the investigation into Savannah Guthrie's missing mother.

According to Kastigar, the animosity traces back to a 2015 FBI investigation that allegedly left Nanos bitter. A decade later, with Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping dominating national headlines, that grudge may be shaping decisions that matter. DNA evidence went to a private lab, not Quantico. The FBI reportedly wants to take over the case. Nanos says no.

Sgt. Aaron Cross, who leads the Pima County Deputies Organization, stated publicly what others inside the department allegedly believe: this has become "an ego case" for the sheriff.

Nanos dismisses the criticism as political noise. He insists the FBI relationship is strong and that using a private lab ensures consistency. But his own words continue to draw scrutiny: "I'm not used to everyone hanging onto my every word and then holding me accountable for what I say."

The 2024 election added fuel to the controversy. Weeks before voters went to the polls, Nanos placed his political opponent on administrative leave. A federal lawsuit followed, alleging retaliation.

Four weeks since Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson home—no suspects identified, no arrests made, and DNA processing that could stretch for months. The people closest to this investigation are now raising alarms.

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