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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 11 MIN

This case will crack WIDE open, says former FBI special agent

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Former FBI Special Agent,Tommaso Cioni expressed his belief that the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case would soon be "blown wide open" due to a fatal error made by the perpetrators. According to his analysis, the use of a physical ransom note to the media was evidence of carelessness that would backfire on the kidnappers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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