Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. Multiple other smaller scars can be seen on Stevensons upper left chest. I do remember that, Stevenson added. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. They say they were not surprised by the results. She started making approximately $18,000 in upgrades on the home, according to court records. A police search ensued, even involving local authorities digging up Parkers backyard. She says the sweet-looking home was much different on the inside. Copyright 2019 WWBT. She also has scattered memories from her time at Parker's foster home called Rainbow Kids. The same exact smile. At the time, one of the women in California - Linda Hodges - who Parker claimed took Brittany, said the sentence wasnt long enough. This case is active, and we are working with our federal partners, said Lt. Matthew Pecka, a spokesperson for Henrico Police. Stevenson and McElroy and no doubt many others will be awaiting the DNA results from Henrico Police, and any impact they could have on Kaylynn or Brittanys life. A woman in Indiana has come forward, saying she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia, in 2000. So there is no telling what was actually removed.. The charge was dismissed. Even the mole on her neck I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. What made the situation particularly devastating was that the little girl, who lived with her foster mother Kim Parker at the time, was being treated for AIDS. Stevenson said Indiana FBI agents did take a DNA sample from her in person. Nearly two decades later, no one has ever been charged in the disappearance of Brittany Williams. I just started bawling and bawling, said McElroy. So far, Investigators have stayed tight-lipped on the cold case, not even telling Stevenson the identity of the potential half-sister they swabbed for DNA in Richmond. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. At the time, a woman named Kim Parker told the. Shes still here. However, Henrico police said that wasnt true. He was a sweetheart.. Multiple other smaller scars can be seen on Stevensons upper left chest. I know me when I see me. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. I do remember that, Stevenson added. She says they were left by catheters. She says they were left by catheters. A woman in Indiana says she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia, in 2000. Back and forth all the time.. Kim kept that money, Martin said. The Henrico County Police Division is committed to a thorough investigation into this cold case and any new leads. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. I just started bawling and bawling, said McElroy. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico, WWBT reported. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. "She basically just pounced on them, Martin said. She says they were left by catheters. Parker ultimately took a plea deal to spend 10 years behind bars. A large, round scar can clearly be seen on Stevensons upper abdomen. Stevenson is currently fighting in court over custody of her daughter, Isabella. Multiple sources confirm to NBC12 that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. Police confirm that after Kim Parker, no one ever used Brittany's social security number or Medicaid benefits. Henrico Police cold case detective Lt. Kevin Howdyshell said multiple people who knew Kim Parker at the time contacted Henricos child protective services. WWBT reported that Parker took a plea deal and spent 10 years behind bars. She is me, and I am her. Its a smile that radiates with a 100% probability when Stevenson is with those who matter to her most - her wife Dajah and their two daughters, Isabella and Sarai. Williams' sister declined and Parker told authorities she paid two women in California to take Williams. She says shes also received bloodwork results proving that. Yall dont care about a human life. We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. It didnt really hit me until I got older, and you realize how cruel the world can be, Minter said. Brittany's caretaker at the time, Kim Parker, told authorities she sent Brittany to live with another couple in California. I think she used people used their hearts, Linda Hodges said. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. Katlynn Stevenson, who says she has the results from a DNA test to prove that she is Brittany, told NBC12 News in an interview that she was the seven-year-old old, who officials "weren't looking in the right state" for. But to this day, Parker remains silent. We cannot give the family closure. According to court documents, Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud and was accused of taking over $24,000 in government benefits that were meant to go to Williams. I know me when I see me. She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. She also said the birth certificate that her adopted parents showed her does not match the birthday of Williams. I am Brittany Renee Williams: Woman says she has DNA to prove she is Virginia girl missing 21 years, 5 adults, 3 children injured in three-vehicle crash in Hinds County, Pearl Police arrest man after high speed chase through multiple cities, 3 illegal immigrants captured after escaping ICE vehicle in Mississippi, American Car Center in Jackson is latest of the dealership to shut their doors, Request a First Alert Weather School Visit. She hadnt shown up to school, and Parker did not produce Brittany for court hearings. Brittany also was acutely aware of the potential danger of her disease. We are actively investigating and working alongside our Federal partners, said lieutenant Matthew Pecka. You have this beautiful smile like you have right now, said Minter through tears looking at Stevenson during the video call. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. Ultimately, Parker told police she sent Brittany to live with two women in California. Even the mole on her neck I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. However, Henrico police say that wasn't true. She hadnt shown up to school, and Parker did not produce Brittany for court hearings. And Brittany Renee Williams photo popped up, said Stevenson, excited. Even the mole on her neck I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. This is me!, From the hairline to the ears, to the smile, to the chin, said Ladajah Kelly, Stevensons wife. Parker told the same judge the same story. Ill take care of it.'. RICHMOND, VA (WWBT) - Its been 19 years since a 7-year-old girl who was diagnosed with AIDS disappeared in Henrico County. Got through with my smile.. She acts like a big sister, said Stevenson, who now talks to McElroy on a near-daily basis. The girl remembered for her radiant smile was born in 1993. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. A large, round scar can clearly be seen on Stevensons upper abdomen. But Martin says most times she visited with Brittany, she remained a vibrant child despite her illness or home life. And she said, Well, youre too late,' Martin said. Stevenson also says she has a certified, in-lab DNA test to prove it, taken at Labcorp. "She was very sweet, Minter said, describing Brittany. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. Multiple sources confirm that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia, in 2000. Attorneys say Parker took in as many as 50 kids over the years, many with serious medical issues or developmental disabilities. I do remember a feeding tube. He was non-verbal. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico, WWBT reported. Subscribe here. And she looks like me. Henrico police tracked down the two women in California, who said they never took Brittany. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. I was actually ecstatic. Multiple other smaller scars can be seen on Stevensons upper left chest. Sarah Minter was a childhood friend of Brittany, who initially reached out to NBC12 to do a cold-case story on her gentle, lost friend, whom she had never forgotten. A lot of going back and forth to Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio, recalled Stevenson. McElroy was ultimately adopted by another family as well. They say they were not surprised by the results. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! She says shes also received bloodwork results proving that. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. There was a couple mornings that I vividly remember she (Brittany) was kind of sad getting on the school bus. We also connected Stevenson and Minter via a video chat. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. A woman in Indiana has come forward, saying she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia, in 2000. The emotion was so powerful, it kind of took over my entire spiritual being.. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. And she looks like me. Copyright 2021 WWBT. The emotion was so powerful, it kind of took over my entire spiritual being.. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. We also have not heard back at this time. But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. Stevenson said Indiana FBI agents did take a DNA sample from her in person. RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A woman in Indiana has come forward, saying she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia . a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia, in 2000. While Stevenson doesn't remember a lot about her childhood, she said she does have a DNA sample taken at a LabCorp that proves she is the missing girl from 2000. She closely watched NBC12s cold-case story aiming to help generate tips and justice for Brittany Williams. That is not me, said Stevenson. But Martin said odd signs began to surface. So, NBC12 tracked down Anastasia McElroy, the first daughter of the late Rose Marie Thompson, Brittanys mother. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reported that the number of children missing from state care has increased over the years. Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. Ultimately, Parker told police she sent Brittany to live with two women in California. Its a smile that radiates with a 100% probability when Stevenson is with those who matter to her most - her wife Dajah and their two daughters, Isabella and Sarai. She says they were left by catheters. Detectives still get calls and tips about Brittany Williams, as recently as within the last 12 months. A woman identifying herself as Brittany Renee Williams, the 7-year-old girl who went missing in Virginia 21 years ago, has come forward saying she has the DNA proof to confirm her identity. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico. Parker ultimately took a plea deal to spend 10 years behind bars. Its a smile that radiates with a 100 percent probability when Stevenson is with those who matter to her most - her wife, Dajah, and their two daughters, Isabella and Sarai. 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She hadnt shown up to school, and Parker did not produce Brittany for court hearings. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. Shes still here. Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. I do remember that, Stevenson added. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. You all werent looking in the right state, she said aloud to herself, commenting on the search for Brittany Williams. No medical doctor ever told Stevenson that she was HIV positive or had AIDS. I dont want no ties to my adoptive name. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. They say they were not surprised by the results. Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. NBC12 tried repeatedly in multiple ways to get in touch with Kim Parker over the past few weeks. A family member that cares that genuinely cares. Im going by Brittany now. You all werent looking in the right state, she said aloud to herself, commenting on the search for Brittany Williams. The state Stevenson is referring to is Ohio. But despite the uncanny similarities, Stevenson says she didnt get answers from her adoptive parents about her adoption. Parker ultimately took a plea deal to spend 10 years behind bars. It didnt go to the organization.. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! Attorneys say Parker took in as many as 50 kids over the years, many with serious medical issues or developmental disabilities. RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A woman in Indiana has come forward, saying she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old child . RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A woman in Indiana has come forward, saying she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old child . Parker ran a charity home that provided care for sick children, and it was reported that Brittany also had AIDS. They say they were not surprised by the results. So far, Investigators have stayed tight-lipped on the cold case, not even telling Stevenson the identity of the potential half-sister they swabbed for DNA in Richmond. Stevenson told WWBT that she did not remember many details about her childhood except that she lived with her adoptive parents in Ohio and her surname was Williams. A lot of going back and forth to Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio, recalled Stevenson. I knew it was you.. I dont remember a lot because so much was going on that especially when youre youngyou cant understand, said Stevenson. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! However, Henrico police said that wasnt true. No response, Martin said of her attempt to get in contact with Parker. But despite the uncanny similarities, Stevenson says she didnt get answers from her adoptive parents about her adoption. When you look at Stevenson, her magnetic smile, pronounced cheekbones and other delicate facial features bear an uncanny resemblance to the little girl on the missing child posters. Detectives never found Brittanys body. Henrico Police cold case detective Lt. Kevin Howdyshell said multiple people who knew Kim Parker at the time contacted Henricos child protective services. Henrico Polices cold case unit stills follows up on every lead they get on Brittanys case. The report, which can be used as a legal court document, says the two have a 95.83% probability of being half-sisters. Henrico Police cold case detective Lt. Kevin Howdyshell said multiple people who knew Kim Parker at the time contacted Henricos child protective services. A photograph of Parker is posted below this case summary. She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. But every time, I got back up and decided to keep fighting, keep pushing. (Parker said) that I needed to take her or she was going to give her to these two women in California," Martin said. However, Henrico police say that wasnt true. But that may not be true. A woman in Indiana has said she has the DNA evidence to prove that she is Brittany Williams, a seven-year-old child who went missing from a foster home in 2000 with AIDS. There are still many questions surrounding this case. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. You have this beautiful smile like you have right now, said Minter through tears looking at Stevenson during the video call. Parker shed tears in the courtroom. NBC12 did email and mail a letter to Kim Parker and has not yet heard back. Like everything bad that happened - this is your time for justice.. Im going by Brittany now. 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