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Decades Unseen: The Waterbury Captivity Case

Decades Unseen: The Waterbury Captivity Case

By: NBC News NBC Connecticut
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For decades, was a man hiding in plain sight? In Waterbury, Connecticut, a house on Blake Street seemed like just like any home, maybe a little unkept, but nothing too out of the ordinary. But in 2024, everything changed when a fire—and a stunning allegation—brought national attention to a home few had questioned. A Waterbury man we'll refer to as "S" now claims he was held captive for 20 years by his stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan. Prosecutors say the abuse began when he was a child and continued for decades, unseen and unheard. Sullivan, however, says he was allowed to roam the house and denies allegations that she held him captive. This podcast unpacks the case episode by episode: the early warning signs, the reports that raised red flags, what investigators say they discovered inside the house, and the moment authorities say the truth finally emerged. Through court documents, exclusive interviews, firsthand accounts, and expert insight, we examine not only what happened—or what may have happened—but how a person can allegedly disappear while still living in a neighborhood full of people. And as the legal process moves forward, one question remains: What will this case look like in the court room when it goes to trial? This is Decades Unseen: The Waterbury Captivity Case by NBC Connecticut.2026 NBCUniversal Media LLC, all rights reserved True Crime
Episodes
  • COURT UPDATE: What's next for 2 Blake Street?

    COURT UPDATE: What's next for 2 Blake Street?
    May 28 2026

    In this update on Decades Unseen: The Waterbury Captivity Case, we take you inside a tense probate court hearing centered around 2 Blake Street, the Waterbury home at the heart of the case.

    As questions grow about the future of the property, newly revealed court records and emotional testimony expose deeper scrutiny over how the estate of Kregg Sullivan has been handled since his death in 2024. The hearing focused on whether Kimberly Sullivan should control the estate and oversee the sale of the home tied to the case.

    Instead, the judge made the decision to appoint an independent third party to take over, citing concerns about prior probate filings that failed to include S as an heir.

    We break down the foreclosure lawsuit, the attempted sale of the property, the courtroom exchanges that shifted the tone of the hearing, and what the ruling means moving forward for both the estate and for the ongoing criminal case against Kimberly Sullivan.


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    17 mins
  • 7. The Road Ahead

    7. The Road Ahead
    Apr 21 2026
    In the final episode of Decades Unseen: The Waterbury Captivity Case, we break down the latest in the Kimberly Sullivan case, including recent court proceedings, and what’s happening in the discovery phase. Criminal defense attorney Trent LaLima joins us to explain possible plea deals, trial timelines, and the challenges of prosecuting decades-old allegations. Catch up on where the case stands now—and what could happen next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    14 mins
  • 6. Life After the Fire

    6. Life After the Fire
    Apr 14 2026
    In this episode of Decades Unseen: The Waterbury Captivity Case, we focus on what happened after firefighters carried S from the home — and what we actually know about S’s condition today. Since the fire in February 2025, details about his recovery have been scarce — by design. Court records have been sealed. His care is being managed by a conservator. And those closest to him say his story will be told — only when he’s ready. We take you through the limited updates from investigators, legal filings, and the only statement S has released — in his own words. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    13 mins
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