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TAMPA, Fla., (WFLA) — Fresh developments have emerged in the ongoing investigation into the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, as an experienced former FBI agent sheds new light on the case.
Dennis Franks, who dedicated 22 years to the FBI and has been closely monitoring the situation, highlights details within the surveillance footage that might escape the notice of those without specialized training.
“It’s extraordinary that we have access to this video,” Franks remarked.
After reviewing the newly released footage multiple times, Franks believes it holds the potential to unlock the mystery surrounding the case.
“There are individuals who will identify the suspect’s facial hair, or perhaps recognize the clothing—something will click,” Franks explained.
He said people need to be looking at the stocking cap, type of coat, gloves worn, anything to help narrow down the person’s appearance.
“What I found that was really odd is the way the gun was positioned, right in front; I’ve never seen that before. I’m not sure if it’s inexperience, if there’s a purpose for it,” Franks said.
The veteran FBI Agent said usually these investigations with a neighborhood canvas and then investigators and agents follow every lead they have.
Something Franks mentioning is he does not think one person could have pulled this off.
“I think it’s highly unlikely that the person seen on the doorbell camera acted alone. It’s very difficult to carry someone,” said the retired FBI Agent.
He said taking Nancy Guthrie was risky.
“It is a mystery why Ms. Guthrie was the one who was picked, especially if they had any inkling that she has health problems, because that just complicates it,” Franks said.
Every time he has worked a kidnapping case, he said it is impossible to put yourself in the family’s shoes.
“It is gut-wrenching, it’s agonizing, you try to be hopeful and there are going to be peaks and valleys,” he said.
Franks said someone out there knows something and as the investigation continues, a lot is going to depend on information coming from the public.