Connecticut Woman Accused of Imprisoning Stepson for 20 Years Freed on Bail

The 32-year-old victim, who escaped by setting a fire, alleges years of abuse, starvation, and confinement beginning in childhood.

Kimberly S., 56, of Waterbury, Connecticut, is accused of imprisoning her stepson for over two decades, beginning when he was 11 years old.
The victim, now 32, escaped in February by setting fire to the house and telling rescuers, 'I want my freedom.'
Authorities report the victim was malnourished, weighing just 31 kilograms, and had been confined in a small, unheated room for much of his life.
Teachers and a school principal had reported concerns about the boy's welfare to child services over 20 times before he disappeared from school at age 10.
Kimberly S. was released on a $300,000 bail and plans to plead not guilty at her court hearing on March 26.