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An Arizona sheriff’s deputy has been dismissed from duty and is facing serious allegations of kidnapping a woman while on the job, according to local authorities.
The Tucson Police Department has confirmed to Fox News Digital that Travis Reynolds, a 22-year-old former deputy with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, has been arrested. Reynolds is charged with one count of kidnapping in relation to an incident involving Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance.
“The Tucson Police Department has arrested 22-year-old Travis Reynolds, a former deputy with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, charging him with one count of kidnapping. This charge stems from alleged misconduct that reportedly took place while he was performing his duties,” stated the department.
The police have indicated that the investigation is “active and ongoing,” and have refrained from divulging additional information at this time.
Reynolds appeared in court following his arrest. Authorities claim the kidnapping occurred during his duty period while he was responsible for transporting a detainee. (Pima County)
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department also confirmed Reynolds’ employment has been terminated.
“The Tucson Police Department notified the Pima County Sheriff’s Department of the arrest, and the employee was terminated,” the agency said in a statement. “We don’t have any additional information to provide.”
According to an interim complaint obtained by KOLD, Reynolds was transporting a female detainee to the Pima County Jail when he allegedly made inappropriate remarks about her appearance.
A courtroom screen shows Travis Reynolds during his initial appearance in Pima County, Arizona. Reynolds faces a kidnapping charge tied to alleged misconduct while working as a sheriff’s deputy. (Pima County)
The complaint states Reynolds shared a vape pen with the handcuffed woman and told her he could “help” her case, allegedly suggesting they go to a hotel and have sex.Â
Investigators allege Reynolds also showed the detainee sexually explicit videos and delayed taking her into the jail, even as other officers were processing other individuals in custody.
The woman told investigators she felt intimidated due to Reynolds’ position as a law enforcement officer and the “power dynamic” between them. She also indicated the encounter may not have been an isolated incident, according to statements made in court.
During his initial appearance, prosecutors told the court the allegations were “very, very concerning” given Reynolds’ position and the imbalance of power between him and the alleged victim, adding there were indications the conduct may have occurred before.
Pima County Sheriff’s deputies search near Nancy Guthrie’s home in Tucson, Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. (Derek Shook for Fox News Digital)
Prosecutors also said the alleged victim is “very afraid” of Reynolds and expressed concern about potential retaliation.
Authorities say Reynolds later removed the woman from the vehicle and instructed her to expose herself before eventually bringing her inside the facility. Jail surveillance video reportedly confirmed parts of her account.
Reynolds told investigators he “may or may not” have shown explicit material or discussed sex with the detainee, according to the complaint.
His defense attorney told the court Reynolds has no prior criminal history and is a lifelong Arizona resident.
A judge set Reynolds’ bond at $200,000 and ordered no contact with the alleged victim, along with a prohibition on weapons.
He is scheduled to appear in court again for a preliminary hearing on April 6.
The sheriff’s department has also been involved in the search for Guthrie. When asked whether Reynolds had any role in that case prior to his termination, officials declined to comment.
Authorities also declined to provide further details about Reynolds’ employment history or whether he had faced prior complaints.
Stepheny Price covers crime, including missing persons, homicides and migrant crime. Send story tips to stepheny.price@fox.com.