Captive Man Thanks Public for Support

A man from Waterbury, Connecticut, referred to as 'S', has publicly spoken out for the first time after allegedly being held captive by his stepmother for 20 years. He was discovered in February after setting fire to the home as a means to escape, weighing only 68 pounds at the time of his rescue. 'S', who was taken out of school in the fourth grade, expressed his determination to reclaim his life and thanked first responders and health professionals for their support. His stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan, faces multiple felony charges, including assault and kidnapping, but has pleaded not guilty. As 'S' embarks on his recovery journey, he is grateful for the outpouring of support and financial assistance from the public. He is also working with authorities to ensure those responsible for his ordeal are held accountable.