An Ugandan man has reportedly been freed after being kidnapped, with his abductors locking both his ears with padlocks.

The disturbing incident came to light through a video shared on the popular social media platform TikTok.

The footage shows the victim lying on a hospital bed, receiving treatment, and connected to an IV drip.

According to the caption of the video, the man was found with padlocks inserted through his ears, a shocking act that has left many speechless. It reads: “He was abducted and was found with padlocks on his ears.”

The video has since gone viral, prompting an outpouring of reactions in the comment section as social media users expressed concern, disbelief, and sympathy over the inhumane treatment.