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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Dave Collins

Man describes cruelty during his two decades of captivity at his family home in Connecticut

Connecticut-Neglect - (CTInsider)

A man rescued from a burning home in Connecticut told a shocking story of cruelty and constant hunger as he was held captive in a single room for 20 years by his father and stepmother, according to a newly released arrest warrant.

The man told authorities his confinement began when he was about 11 years old. He said he was locked in a room without heat or air conditioning nearly all day and night and given limited food and water.

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