Boy with Down syndrome found starving and locked in attic is reunited with officers who rescued him
He was made an honorary deputy, and presented with a special plaque—an emotional moment for everyone in attendance. According to his great aunt, Govi cherished the plaque so much that he slept with it that night, holding it close like a symbol of hope and safety. For Sergeant Klingele, seeing Govi again was deeply moving. “That boy is the hero,” he said. “Seeing how big his heart is, and how bright his smile is… It’s really good to see him.”
The reunion wasn’t just a chance to reflect on how far Govi had come—it was a reminder of the importance of compassion, justice, and what can happen when people refuse to give up on a child. It’s impossible to comprehend how a mother could neglect and nearly starve her child to death. But what’s even more powerful is witnessing the way love and care can rebuild a life, no matter how broken it once seemed.
