BOY-WHO-LIVED ABUSED FOR TEN YEARS
Ministry and Goblin's Launch Joint Investigation
Thurs 17th Oct 1991
Reported by Rita Skeeter
Since Halloween 1981, when He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named was defeated by the infant Harry Potter, the wizarding world has created a 'myth' around the Boy-Who-Lived. Many of the young generation grew up with heroic stories about the wizard, who battled evil monsters and saved innocent lives.
During the ten years after the fall of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, the actual individual disappeared from our world. We were assured that the boy was safe, living in a safe environment away from the dangers of You-Know-Who's loyal supporters.
However, this reporter has uncovered the shocking truth.
After the death of his parents, Harry Potter was sent to live with muggle relatives, the Dursleys. In the ten years he was absent from our world, Harry Potter was subjected to severe physical and mental abuse by Vernon and Petunia Dursley.
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Discover moreFan fiction merchandiseAuthor collaboration toolsDigital book publishingStory writing promptsFan art commissionsIn a statement from Amelia Bones, head of the DLME, she stated:
"We at the DMLE have launched an inquiry, in conjunction with the Goblin's of Gringrotts to fully investigate the abuse suffered by Lord Gryffindor. We will not rest until justice is served."
In the testimony given to the DMLE, the Boy-Who-Lived proceeds to describe some of the harrowing details of his treatment while living with the muggle family. However, we have been asked not to describe any of it in detail, by Lord Harry Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor himself.
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However, I would like to give a small glimpse into his early life. In the testimony given by the Boy-Who-Lived, he stated that: "I have lived and slept in the cupboard-under-the-stairs…All my life."
Having visited the address and investigating the "cupboard", the visual truth is far too graphic and harrowing to go into detail. However, I observed scratched into the woodwork on the inside of the door into the tiny and cramped space were the words: 'Harry's Room.'
Discover moreWriting contest entriesBook review servicesCrossover story ideasBooksRead BestsellersMy heart and sympathy goes out to Lord Gryffindor. This reporter awaits further developments and announcements from the ministry.
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WEASLEY SCION ATTACKS HEAD OF MOST NOBLE AND ANCIENT FAMILY
DMLE Begins Investigation Into Claims
Sat 2nd Nov 1991
Reported by Rita Skeeter
Various reports from within Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry brought attention to an attack against Lord Harry James Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor from the youngest male scion of the Weasley family.
Multiple corroborating accounts of the incident reaching the DMLE resulted into an investigation into the legitimacy of the claims. The accusations were quickly found to be truthful and the details of the attack came to light.
Discover moreAnime merchandiseComic book subscriptionsMovie memorabiliaTV show guidesWatch CartoonsOn Halloween of this year, Ronald Bilius Weasley attacked Hermione Jane Granger, a muggleborn student and protectorate of Lord Gryffindor, beating her violently before fleeing the scene. He allegedly threatened her against telling anyone who had hurt her.
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However, despite the serious nature of the attack against Ms Granger, a protectorate of three Most Noble and Ancient Houses, Headmaster Dumbledore neglected to properly investigate the attack, let alone report it to the proper channels.
Desiring justice for the attack, Lord Gryffindor challenged Master Weasley to a duel, which the Lord promptly won. However, in a blatant attack against the Potter/Ravenclaw/Gryffindor patriarch, he cast a spell at the back of the wizard, badly injuring his Lordship.
In an interview, Madam Bones stated:
"(that) The lack of honour shown by Master Weasley, beating a young lady and attacking a wizard from behind both shocks and appals me. Rest assured that I will be following this case personally to make sure justice is done."
Discover moreCartoonsAnimeRead MangaFind Rare ComicsComicsIn response the attacks, the DMLE has summoned the Weasley patriarch, Arthur Septimus Weasley to the ministry to discuss his son's actions. In a recent statement, Mr Weasley said:
"(that) I do not condone the actions of my youngest son and am disgraced by the lack of honour he has shown."
In a statement from Lord Harry Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor, he announced:
"(that) There are discussions between myself and Mr Weasley as to an agreeable punishment for the actions of Master Weasley. I would like to point out that I do not hold a grudge against the Weasley family for the actions of one."
The young Weasley has already been expelled from Hogwarts for his actions and has been banished permanently from the grounds. He is currently being home-schooled.
This reporter awaits further information regarding this topic.
'LEADER OF THE LIGHT' CONDEMNED LORD GRYFFINDOR
Dumbledore Gave Custody of Boy-Who-Lived to Abusive Muggles
Thurs 7th Nov 1991
Reported by Rita Skeeter
In a recent article, I reported that the DMLE and the Goblins of Gringrotts had launched an investigation into the abuse of Lord Harry James Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor.
In a surprise announcement by Madam Bones, the inquiry has revealed evidence that Headmaster Dumbledore was responsible for placing the young Potter into the abusive household, as his supposed magical guardian. Furthermore, he then neglected to check up on the young scion for ten years, allowing the violent family to keep custody.
Discover moreRead Sci-Fi BooksShop Kids' BooksWatch Sci-Fi FilmsDiscover Sci-FiRead Fan FictionOn the evening of Halloween 1981, only hours after the death of his parents, the 'Leader of the Light' Albus Dumbledore removed the boy from the smouldering ruins of their cottage in Godric's Hollow and brought him to the Dursley household, No 4 Privet Drive, Surrey.
The Chief Warlock then used his significant political influence to prevent any attempts to find the location of the boy or remove him from the Dursley home. Dumbledore disregarded the will of the late Lord and Lady Potter entirely, despite having been a witness when it was drafted.
It was well known amongst those who knew the Potters, that they and the Dursley family were estranged, the muggles having an irrational fear and hatred of magic and magicals. Yet, Dumbledore still placed him within the abusive family, further disregarding the will of the deceased couple which forbade putting him with the Dursleys.
In an interview, Madam Bones stated:
"(that) Albus Dumbledore severely misused his position within our society to blatantly ignore the wills of a prominent Most Noble and Ancient family, placing the scion in a family which resulted in ten years of neglect and abuse."
She went on to say that:
"he (Dumbledore) in essence, kidnapped Lord Gryffindor and locked him away from those who might have cared for him."
The DMLE and the Goblin's of Gringrotts have announced that they are launching a new investigation to look into the affairs of the Supreme Mugwump. The claims raised by the inquiry into Lord Gryffindor's early years have brought concerns about the wizard to light.
Should we allow the man responsible for the knowing neglect of a minor to stand as headmaster of one of the most prominent schools in magical Britain? In this reporter's opinion, the answer is a resounding 'no'.
WEASLEY PATRIARCH CLEANS HOUSE
Two Family Members Cast Out
Sat 21st Dec 1991
Reported by Rita Skeeter
Recently, I reported that the DMLE had been investigating into multiple corroborating accounts of an attack against the new Lord Harry James Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor by a member of the Weasley family, the youngest son, Ronald Bilius Weasley.
I also reported that the attack had been dealt with, between Lord Gryffindor and the Weasley Patriarch. However, I am shocked to report that within the space of a few weeks, another attack on his Lordship has occurred, the culprit none other than the family Matriarch, Molly Weasley nee Prewett. There has currently been no information released in regards to the nature of either attacks, other than that his Lordship was not severely injured.
After confronting the Patriarch, Arthur Septimus Weasley with these allegations, he confirmed that the reports were indeed genuine.
In an interview, Mr Weasley stated "(that) I am saddened and disgusted to announce that these allegations are wholly accurate. Two members of the Weasley family have directly attacked Lord Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor, without any provocation."
He went on to explain how a recent invitation to discuss the punishment of the first attacker led to the second attack, instigated with the full intent to threaten Lord Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor into rescinding the current punishments already in place.
When asked how he was going to deal with the situation, Mr Weasley announced that the family denounced the actions, and the members in question had been cast out of the family for the blatant and malicious attacks.
"They (MWP RBW) refuse to acknowledge what they did was wrong and are without remorse for their actions…I feel that I cannot accept them in this family without repentance. As such, I have decided to cast Molly Prewett and Ronald No-name out of the Weasley family. I wash my hands of them entirely."
According to sources inside the ministry, since the pair is no longer affiliated with the Weasley family and no other action taken, the DMLE has arrested the pair in conjunction with the charges of attacking the Patriarch of a Most Noble and Ancient House. There have been no new updates from the department.
Lord Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor and Madam Bones of the DMLE were unavailable for comment.
This reporter will continue to pursue this story until its conclusion, and awaits further announcements from the DMLE.
BOY-WHO-LIVED ABUSE CASE RESOLVED
Dursley's Tried and Punished
Fri 27th Dec 1991
Reported by Rita Skeeter
During the past few weeks, the investigation into the abuse of the minor, Lord Harry James Potter Ravenclaw Gryffindor has produced some startling and horrific conclusions. However, the investigation has finally ceased, with the conclusion of the Dursley's trial.
In an announcement, Amelia Bones stated:
"(that) The inquiry into the claims of abuse toward Lord Gryffindor has revealed some vile and disturbing truths which have shocked the ministry. How any family could willingly subject a child to such treatment confuses and sickens me."
She went on to say:
"I am happy to announce that in their trial, the Dursley family was found guilty of Child Abuse, Child Neglect, Child Endangerment and Attempted Murder. As such, Mr and Mrs Dursley have been sentenced to death for their crimes."
The final punishment of Mr and Mrs Dursley was carried out by the Goblins of Gringrotts on Christmas day, witnessed by Madam Bones. Their son, Dudley Dursley, while found guilty for his part in the abuse of the Boy-Who-Lived, was found too young to be executed.
As punishment, he has been Obliviated of his knowledge of the magical world and of Lord Gryffindor, given a new identity and placed into a muggle young offender's institute.
As an addendum to her statement, Madam Bones announced:
"(that) While the investigation regarding Lord Gryffindor's treatment has officially ended, our inquiry into the role of Albus Dumbledore is on-going."
We here at the Daily Prophet hope that Lord Gryffindor finds some solace and comfort now that the truth about his early life is known, and those responsible brought to justice.