CT - 32-year-old man held captive by stepmother Kimberly Sullivan since age 11, weighs 68 lbs, sets fire to home to escape, 17 Feb 2025 *Arrest*

[Kemug]

I certainly hope his new identity is allowed to remain secret. That awful woman and her lawyer. Hasn't she already bullied and harmed him enough anyway? Plus their reasons don't make sense.

 

[Sillybilly]

Hey folks,

Please let us know when this actually goes to trial so we can move the thread and apply the appropriate dropdown.

Thanks !!

 

[tlcya]

The judge granted the motion that she can go back to her house and postponed the decision on whether the GPS tracker can be removed.
[snip]
Sullivan’s stepson, who has been known publicly as “S,” has a new name and the state filed a motion requesting that his new name and medical records be concealed. The judge also postponed a decision on the medical records.

That's something Sullivan’s defense team says they're prepared to fight. Both sides will be sharing their arguments on October 31.
Judge allows Waterbury woman accused of holding stepson captive to return to her home

THIS IS DEFENSE'S ARGUMENT A TO WHY THEY SHOULD BE PRIVY TO THE VICTIM'S NEW NAME:

Sullivan’s attorneys also suggested that withholding the accuser’s new identity could interfere with the defendant’s ability to fully participate in her defense. “The accuser’s choice of alias and new identity no doubt holds special meaning to him. The defendant, as his stepmother, knows him and knows his personality. The accuser’s new name might be symbolic, may be based on a character from comics or popular culture familiar to both, and may provide deep insight into his biases and motivation for manufacturing the fire and in accusing the defendant of wrongdoing. For example, what if the new name is based upon a fictional character known to lie or engage in deception? What if it is rooted in a fantasy personality the accuser assumed when he was caught in a lie? What if its true meaning is only something that she would know? What if he purposely selected an alias with the intent of goading or threatening her?”

Sullivan appeared with her attorney on Friday at a brief hearing, where a future hearing was scheduled to argue the motions on Oct. 31.
Kimberly Sullivan asks court to reveal name, address of accuser
{THE VIDEO AT THIS LINK BEARS WATCHING IMO GOOD ANALYSIS OF THE MOTIONS AND TIMING THEREOF}

 

[sunspun]

The judge granted the motion that she can go back to her house and postponed the decision on whether the GPS tracker can be removed.
[snip]
Sullivan’s stepson, who has been known publicly as “S,” has a new name and the state filed a motion requesting that his new name and medical records be concealed. The judge also postponed a decision on the medical records.

That's something Sullivan’s defense team says they're prepared to fight. Both sides will be sharing their arguments on October 31.
Judge allows Waterbury woman accused of holding stepson captive to return to her home

THIS IS DEFENSE'S ARGUMENT A TO WHY THEY SHOULD BE PRIVY TO THE VICTIM'S NEW NAME:

Sullivan’s attorneys also suggested that withholding the accuser’s new identity could interfere with the defendant’s ability to fully participate in her defense. “The accuser’s choice of alias and new identity no doubt holds special meaning to him. The defendant, as his stepmother, knows him and knows his personality. The accuser’s new name might be symbolic, may be based on a character from comics or popular culture familiar to both, and may provide deep insight into his biases and motivation for manufacturing the fire and in accusing the defendant of wrongdoing. For example, what if the new name is based upon a fictional character known to lie or engage in deception? What if it is rooted in a fantasy personality the accuser assumed when he was caught in a lie? What if its true meaning is only something that she would know? What if he purposely selected an alias with the intent of goading or threatening her?”

Sullivan appeared with her attorney on Friday at a brief hearing, where a future hearing was scheduled to argue the motions on Oct. 31.
Kimberly Sullivan asks court to reveal name, address of accuser
{THE VIDEO AT THIS LINK BEARS WATCHING IMO GOOD ANALYSIS OF THE MOTIONS AND TIMING THEREOF}

Their "reasons" are just ludicrous. I hope the court sees them this way as well.

 

[Izzylizzy]

The judge granted the motion that she can go back to her house and postponed the decision on whether the GPS tracker can be removed.
[snip]
Sullivan’s stepson, who has been known publicly as “S,” has a new name and the state filed a motion requesting that his new name and medical records be concealed. The judge also postponed a decision on the medical records.

That's something Sullivan’s defense team says they're prepared to fight. Both sides will be sharing their arguments on October 31.
Judge allows Waterbury woman accused of holding stepson captive to return to her home

THIS IS DEFENSE'S ARGUMENT A TO WHY THEY SHOULD BE PRIVY TO THE VICTIM'S NEW NAME:

Sullivan’s attorneys also suggested that withholding the accuser’s new identity could interfere with the defendant’s ability to fully participate in her defense. “The accuser’s choice of alias and new identity no doubt holds special meaning to him. The defendant, as his stepmother, knows him and knows his personality. The accuser’s new name might be symbolic, may be based on a character from comics or popular culture familiar to both, and may provide deep insight into his biases and motivation for manufacturing the fire and in accusing the defendant of wrongdoing. For example, what if the new name is based upon a fictional character known to lie or engage in deception? What if it is rooted in a fantasy personality the accuser assumed when he was caught in a lie? What if its true meaning is only something that she would know? What if he purposely selected an alias with the intent of goading or threatening her?”

Sullivan appeared with her attorney on Friday at a brief hearing, where a future hearing was scheduled to argue the motions on Oct. 31.
Kimberly Sullivan asks court to reveal name, address of accuser
{THE VIDEO AT THIS LINK BEARS WATCHING IMO GOOD ANALYSIS OF THE MOTIONS AND TIMING THEREOF}

I don't know that if this case goes to trial it would be then that "S"'s new name will be revealed but until then I can't think of one legit reason why KS needs it now for her defense.
She can do her "confrontation" with "S" with his new identity in a courtroom.

From what her attorney said it appears that KS wants access to her house to "gather her things" and not move back in.

imo

“We believe there is absolutely no reason whatsoever to shield the accuser from my client. In fact, my client has the right to come to the confrontation, has the right to confront her accuser in a public setting,” said Kaloidis."

 

[Izzylizzy]

Kaloidis said he hasn't received all of the victim's medial records and the state asked for more time.

What's holding back the state?

"Defense attorneys have been arguing that they haven’t received all of the victim’s medical records. They said the records are critical to preparing their case.

Sullivan’s attorney objected to the prosecution’s request for more time to provide the records."

Legal battle over medical records unfolds in torture case against Waterbury stepmother

A key legal dispute is unfolding in the case of Kimberly Sullivan, the Waterbury woman accused of imprisoning and torturing her stepson for more than two decades.

www.wfsb.com

 

[Megnut]

The judge sure is delaying his rulings, these filings about his name and medical records started in July.

I don't know that if this case goes to trial it would be then that "S"'s new name will be revealed but until then I can't think of one legit reason why KS needs it now for her defense.
She can do her "confrontation" with "S" with his new identity in a courtroom.

From what her attorney said it appears that KS wants access to her house to "gather her things" and not move back in.

IIRC: Kaloidis had previously said that he had gotten"S"'s medical records and was going through them and had yet tried to get in touch with the doctor(s) so is his motion to "release" the medical records mean he wants them released to the public?
imo

“We believe there is absolutely no reason whatsoever to shield the accuser from my client. In fact, my client has the right to come to the confrontation, has the right to confront her accuser in a public setting,” said Kaloidis."

Isn't that what THE TRIAL is for?

They have full access to him via his lawyers. As it should be.

JMO

 

[Inthedetails]

Their "reasons" are just ludicrous. I hope the court sees them this way as well.

snipped

I agree. His name has nothing to do with what SHE did and the crimes she is charged with.

jmopinion

 

[Smelly Squirrel]

THIS IS DEFENSE'S ARGUMENT A TO WHY THEY SHOULD BE PRIVY TO THE VICTIM'S NEW NAME:

Sullivan’s attorneys also suggested that withholding the accuser’s new identity could interfere with the defendant’s ability to fully participate in her defense. “The accuser’s choice of alias and new identity no doubt holds special meaning to him. The defendant, as his stepmother, knows him and knows his personality. The accuser’s new name might be symbolic, may be based on a character from comics or popular culture familiar to both, and may provide deep insight into his biases and motivation for manufacturing the fire and in accusing the defendant of wrongdoing. For example, what if the new name is based upon a fictional character known to lie or engage in deception? What if it is rooted in a fantasy personality the accuser assumed when he was caught in a lie? What if its true meaning is only something that she would know? What if he purposely selected an alias with the intent of goading or threatening her?”

I don't see how any of those arguments would be admissible as testimony at trial.

 

[tlcya]

I don't see how any of those arguments would be admissible as testimony at trial.

because it is utter bull poop MOO, it is a blatant attempt at victim/witness intimidation disguised as a legal pleading.

 

[tlcya]

I was watching the legal and crime analysts discuss the defense's motions and they brought up a good point. The fact the motions requesting she be granted permission to remove her GPS tracking device, return to the scene of her crimes, AND know the new name of her victim, his current address and all his unredacted medical records have all been filed at the same time leads one to believe they are all tied together. She wants the freedom to move without her movements being tracked. She wants access to the scene of the crime, to know where her victim currently lives and what he calls himself now and total access to all his records, whether under his old name or new. By filing them all at basically the same time, her defense LOOKS as if they are doing so at her adamant insistence and it is not a good look to the talking heads. They suggest defense has a very difficult client to deal with and are simply following her instructions.

Sorry but it's not just a bad look for her. MOO

 

[tlcya]

“We believe there is absolutely no reason whatsoever to shield the accuser from my client. In fact, my client has the right to come to the confrontation, has the right to confront her accuser in a public setting,” said Kaloidis.

It's a conversation domestic violence survivor advocacy group Safe Haven of Greater Waterbury, who has worked with “S” says is concerning to them.

“Moving forward they need that safety and providing the offender with that information. It puts their life at risk,” said Amanda Nardozzi, of Safe Haven of Greater Waterbury. “It’s important for him or any victim moving forward to be able to start their life not in fear.”
Judge allows Waterbury woman accused of holding stepson captive to return to her home

And she will get it. In court. I pray S is getting all the assistance he may need in preparing mentally/psychologically for that eventuality.

 

[Inthedetails]

I was watching the legal and crime analysts discuss the defense's motions and they brought up a good point. The fact the motions requesting she be granted permission to remove her GPS tracking device, return to the scene of her crimes, AND know the new name of her victim, his current address and all his unredacted medical records have all been filed at the same time leads one to believe they are all tied together. She wants the freedom to move without her movements being tracked. She wants access to the scene of the crime, to know where her victim currently lives and what he calls himself now and total access to all his records, whether under his old name or new. By filing them all at basically the same time, her defense LOOKS as if they are doing so at her adamant insistence and it is not a good look to the talking heads. They suggest defense has a very difficult client to deal with and are simply following her instructions.

Sorry but it's not just a bad look for her. MOO

Very interesting analysis. Thanks for that recap.

jmo