Held Captive for 10 Years: From Missing Teen to Survivor
It was 1996, and 14-year-old Tanya Kach’s world was about to be shattered. The troubled teen, dealing with her parents’ bitter divorce and an abusive mother, she found herself vulnerable and alone. Little did she know, the very man entrusted with her safety at school would soon become her tormentor.
A Disturbing Betrayal of Trust
Thomas Hose was the 38-year-old security guard at Tanya’s middle school. He skillfully wormed his way into her life, showering her with attention and gifts to gain her trust. Before long, the naive teenager believed she was in love with her manipulative groomer.
In a decisive act of depravity, Hose lured Tanya to his parents’ home under false pretenses. Once inside, he locked her in a bedroom — her personal prison for the next decade. He threatened to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. For four horrific years, Tanya was confined, forced to use a bucket as a toilet, while enduring daily assaults.
A Sliver of Hope Emerges
In a sickening twist, Hose eventually introduced his captive to his parents as his…
