Connecticut Man Rescued After 20 Years of Captivity

A 32-year-old man was rescued from captivity after allegedly being held in a single room for 20 years by his stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan, in Waterbury, Connecticut. The victim, found in an emaciated state, managed to escape by setting a fire in the room, stating he did so to gain his freedom. Authorities reported that he endured severe neglect, including limited food and water, and had devised ways to cope with his inhumane conditions. Sullivan, who has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including kidnapping and cruelty to persons, denies the allegations through her attorney. Investigators are now examining how this abuse went unnoticed for so long, looking into potential failures in child welfare oversight. The case has sparked significant public and media interest, with released bodycam footage capturing the dramatic rescue.