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The role of the media in this case remains a double-edged sword. While the constant coverage keeps Nancy’s face in the minds of the public, the pressure for constant updates has led to the dissemination of “armchair detective” theories that can muddy the waters of a legitimate investigation. Law enforcement continues to stress that forensic science—specifically the DNA analysis of the porch blood and the reconstruction of the pacemaker data—is a methodical process that cannot be rushed by the demands of a 24-hour news cycle. They are currently looking for any witness who may have seen unusual vehicles or activity in the Catalina Foothills between 10:00 p.m. on Saturday and 4:00 a.m. on Sunday.
