custody

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That's compounded by concerns about Andrew's well-being, a man who looked shell-shocked and haunted in photos taken after he was released from custody.

From BBC

The U.S. assessment attributed the escapes to mismanagement by Syria’s government and a lack of assiduous custody of the camp’s large security perimeter, the U.S. officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal

He was brought to court from custody wearing prison-issue clothing after he was found to have breached his bail conditions.

From BBC

The police said the dog was taken in by Animal Protective Services, but as the owner never returned a charity later took custody of the animal.

From BBC

It would have been up to the custody sergeant on duty to verify the suspect's identity - which, in the circumstances, will not have taken long.

From BBC