That's So Criminal Finding Nancy Guthrie: The Sheriff's TV Show - Ep. 14
Feb 20, 2026
A county sheriff's emotional interviews and personal bereavement figure into the high-profile missing person search. A reality TV series about the sheriff's office and criticism of investigation tactics create controversy. Political leaders publicly question the strategy. A morning show faces challenges after a key presenter’s sudden absence.
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Tactical Choices Spark Public Scrutiny
- Critics question Pima County's tactics: clearing the crime scene early and hesitancy to involve the FBI.
- Lyndon Blake suggests those choices and inconsistent statements have fueled public confusion and scrutiny.
Reality Show Complicates Investigation
- The Pima County Sheriff's Office is featured on an A&E reality show called Desert Law, which raises questions about optics during a high-profile investigation.
- Lyndon Blake notes the show's existence complicates public perception of the Nancy Guthrie case and the sheriff's conduct.
Sheriff's Grief Behind Emotional Press Appearances
- Sheriff Chris Nanos has shown visible emotion during interviews while leading the Nancy Guthrie search.
- Blake reveals Nanos lost his brother on February 2nd, explaining why the sheriff appeared tearful and strained on camera.