Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie have confirmed the recovery of a single shoe believed to belong to her at Sabino Canyon, a rugged area known for steep drops and limited access. According to law enforcement briefings cited by mainstream reporting, the item was located during a targeted ground search after tips narrowed the focus to the canyon’s upper trails. Officials stressed that the find does not, by itself, establish a timeline or outcome, but it has been logged as a significant piece of physical evidence. The shoe has been transferred to a forensic unit for preservation and testing.

Investigators say the discovery prompted an immediate secondary examination at the scene. During routine handling, officers noticed irregular stitching and weight distribution in the insole. Upon careful removal, a small folded slip of paper was found concealed beneath the liner. Police have confirmed the existence of the note, while declining to disclose its full contents. They emphasized that the document is being treated as evidentiary material and will be assessed alongside other verified facts in the case.