Police say last month, a step-detained man who was inherited for 20 years at his Waterbury, Connecticut home, reportedly fled last month.
The woman identified by Waterbury Police as 56-year-old Kimberly Sullivan was arrested Wednesday following extensive investigation into her shocking claims of her in-laws.
Waterbury police and firefighters responded to reports of an active fire at their Blake Street residence on the evening of February 17th. Police said two residents were inside the house at the time – Sullivan and her 32-year-old son-in-law.
Sullivan was able to evacuate safely. The firefighter kicked her son-in-law out of the house and put him in the care of EMS as he was exposed to smoke inhalation and fire.
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This photo provided by the Waterbury Police Department shows Kimberly Sullivan. Kimberly Sullivan is accused of aggression and atrocities that allegedly held his 32-year-old son-in-law for more than 20 years. (Waterbury Police Station via the AP)
His son-in-law told police that he deliberately set the fire to the second floor room and told him, “I wanted my own freedom.” He claimed that Sullivan had taken him prisoner since he was 11 years old.
Police teamed up with the Waterbury Lawyer's office to launch an investigation and determined that his son-in-law had actually been taken prisoner for more than 20 years.
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Investigators determined that his son-in-law had endured “long-term abuse, hunger, serious neglect and inhumane treatment.”
He was “found in a severely debilitating state, and during this time he had not received medical or dental care” and “only a minimal amount of food and water were provided, leading to a very malnourishing condition.”
The photo provided by the Waterbury Police Department shows Kimberly Sullivan being detained for tricks and cruelty as his 32-year-old son-in-law allegedly been held in custody for more than 20 years. (Waterbury Police Station via the AP)
A warrant was issued for Sullivan's arrest Tuesday, and officers detained her on Wednesday. She faces numerous charges, including first-degree attacks, second-degree lures and first-degree illegal detention.
Police responded to reports of a lively fire at a residence on Break Street, Waterbury, Connecticut. (Google Maps)
Sullivan was arrested in court Wednesday, with Bond set at $300,000. She will be under the control of the Connecticut Department of Corrections, Waterbury Police said in a news release.
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“The suffering this victim has endured over 20 years is both heartbreaking and unimaginable. This case requires a ruthless investigative effort, and I commend the dedication of our officers and the Waterbury Lawyer's office.” “Their unwavering commitment ensures that justice is accomplished, and the perpetrators are fully responsible for these horrifying crimes.”
Fox News Digital reached out to Sullivan's attorneys for comment.
