He also took me captive the morning of Wed. Feb. 06 and 2008. He was clearly out of his mind. I escaped several hours later. I believe he is sinking into dementia, and with his drinking, its getting even worse. The only witness I have to these events is my sister, who is a near-idiot and cannot be relied upon. At least one person suggested that I have him go to rehab – which he will never do. Do I need to have him confined to a psychiatric ward for evaluation? This seems cruel as he is old and has several illnesses. I don’t want him to spend his last days in a ward (or prison), but I feel that I have to protect him – and myself. Should I report this to my local police?
#1 by Anonymous on February 10, 2010 - 2:08 am
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Yes, this could get very dangerous. Seek some help right away. Also, if possible talk to some family that you can trust to help you through this. If he has drug problems combined with mental illness then there is no telling what could happen next.
#2 by Lindsey G on February 10, 2010 - 6:39 am
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You should absolutely report him
as hard as it might be, it would be the right thing to do. God forbid he did more then just threaten it….. You dont need someone who can back up your story if your sister can’t be relied on… just have someone who is there for you and can help you through a tough time.
#3 by a1reddy on February 10, 2010 - 10:01 am
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its high time now you should report to police, if you feel doubtful about going to police station go to a senior police officer[preferbly direct recruit] like ips officer then your problem would be solved.
#4 by Laura Q on February 10, 2010 - 2:21 pm
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yes tell the police and tell them hes insane!!and it sounds like he really does need help !!!he could kill you !!tell the police!
#5 by simi s on February 10, 2010 - 3:18 pm
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report to the nearest police station register a case of voilance against ur dad.
#6 by yogiraj on February 10, 2010 - 9:57 pm
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Yes and pray he gets okay.
#7 by Anonymous on February 11, 2010 - 12:28 am
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if he is a danger to u or others ..u have no choice if ur doing this to help him and not to get back at him for other reason i dont see why u shouldnt do what u have to do.. good luck