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The FBI has described the individual as a male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall with a medium build, wearing gloves and carrying a distinctive 25‑liter “Ozark Trail Hiker Pack” backpack — a model sold exclusively by Walmart.
This item has helped investigators narrow their focus, including efforts to trace potential purchase receipts or footage from retail stores.
Forensic Clues: Blood Evidence and DNA Profiles
Early in the investigation, law enforcement confirmed that blood matching Nancy Guthrie’s DNA was found on her front porch, lending further weight to the belief that she was forcibly taken from her home.
A significant development reported by multiple outlets is the recovery of a glove containing DNA evidence roughly two miles from Guthrie’s home.