Man Who Sent Fake Ransom Messages to Missing Woman's Family Ordered Treatment Before Sentencing

A federal judge has ordered a California man, who pleaded guilty to sending fake ransom demands to the family of missing Arizona woman Nancy Guthrie, into inpatient substance abuse treatment before sentencing. The suspect had sent threatening messages to the Guthrie family in an attempt to extort money from them. As part of his plea deal, the man will face up to 20 years in prison and a fine. The judge's decision aims to address the suspect's alleged mental health issues that may have contributed to his actions.