Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. In the seconds it took for her to Google missing children and the name Williams, Stevenson said her life didnt just change - it was revealed to her. Parker ultimately took a plea deal to spend 10 years behind bars. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. 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, in 2000. She acts like a big sister, said Stevenson, who now talks to McElroy on a near-daily basis. Catheter scars were listed in the description on many missing child posters for Brittany. And yes. They say they were not surprised by the results. You were so soft-spoken. A police search ensued, even involving local authorities digging up Parkers backyard. The money coming in was how (Parker) was living, Feinmel said. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. 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. You know, 'I can do this for you. Look at that smile on her face, said McElroy in a video call with her sister. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. Blood does not lie and a DNA test does not lie at all. The same exact smile. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. Martin was Thompsons half-sister. Yall dont care about a human life. "She basically just pounced on them, Martin said. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. For 21 years, there had been no trace of Brittany, a tiny girl with an angelic face, known for her magnetic smile. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. 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. Williams disappeared from her independent foster care under the guardianship of a woman named Kim Parker back in 2000. While investigators thought that Brittany had likely died, everything changed in 2021 when a woman came forward saying that she had a DNA test that proved she was Brittany Williams. Authorities said at the time that Parker took in more than 50 children with disabilities and illnesses at her home, before she was sentenced for fraud through her charity, Rainbow Kids. Brittany Renee Williams Brittany, circa 2000; Age progression to age 24 (circa 2017); Kim Parker Missing Since 08/18/2000 Missing From Richmond, Virginia Classification Endangered Missing Sex Female Race Biracial, Black, White Date of Birth 03/20/1993 (28) Age 7 years old Height and Weight 3'8, 65 p. Benefiting Ashley Younger I dont have AIDS at all, said Stevenson, who says shes donated blood and had blood work completed multiple times in her life. Multiple sources confirm that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. Stevenson is currently fighting in court over custody of her daughter, Isabella. When asked, When you look at the missing person flyer, what do you think about that little girl? Stevenson responded: That little girl went through a lot, but she survived, and everybody thought otherwise. No evidence ever turned up of it. I do remember that, Stevenson added. Look at that smile on her face, said McElroy in a video call with her sister. McElroy was ultimately adopted by another family, as well. They say they were not surprised by the results. And Brittany Renee Williams photo popped up, said Stevenson, excited. RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - 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. Detectives still. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico, WWBT reported. Twenty-one years later, Kaylynn Stevenson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, says she is Brittany Renee Williams. It was just a mess. She was sentenced to 10 years in prison, a much harsher punishment than recommended in state guidelines. But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. So I dont have AIDS, but I am Brittany Renee Williams.. In 2000, Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old in Virginia, disappeared from her foster home. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. I know me when I see me. "She was very sweet, Minter said, describing Brittany. Brittany also was acutely aware of the potential danger of her disease. She says they were left by catheters. Detectives still get calls and tips about Brittany Williams, as recently as within the last 12 months. Stevenson said she has blood work proving she does not have AIDS. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. Multiple other smaller scars can be seen on Stevensons upper left chest. The money coming in was how (Parker) was living, Feinmel said. Catheter scars were listed in the description on many missing child posters for Brittany. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. Copyright 2021 WWBT. Her Rainbow Kids operation was her entire existence, said Henrico Deputy Commonwealths Attorney Mike Feinmel, who prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. The child, who had been diagnosed with AIDS, hasn't been seen or heard from since. 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 . Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. The report, which can be used as a legal court document, says the two have a 95.83% probability of being half-sisters. Back and forth all the time.. So NBC12 tracked down Anastasia McElroy, the first daughter of the late Rose Marie Thompson, Brittanys mother. Allegedly Parker attempted to give Williams to Williams' adult half-sister because she was unable to care for her. In 2000, Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old in Virginia, disappeared from her foster home. 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. I dont remember a lot because so much was going on that especially when youre young you cant understand, said Stevenson. There are still many questions surrounding this case. She started making approximately $18,000 in upgrades on the home, according to court records. She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. So far, we havent heard back. Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. 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. Yall dont care about a human life. And yes. And yes. We knocked on the door. Court records say when Brittany didnt show up to school that fall, Parker was arrested for truancy. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. No medical doctor ever told Stevenson that she was HIV positive or had AIDS. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. It remains unclear if Ms Stevenson is the same person as the missing child. I dont remember a lot because so much was going on that especially when youre young you cant understand, said Stevenson. I was actually ecstatic. 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. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. Her Rainbow Kids operation was her entire existence, said Henrico Deputy Commonwealths Attorney Mike Feinmel in a 2019 interview. 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 recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. And Brittany Renee Williams photo popped up, said Stevenson, excited. You have this beautiful smile like you have right now, said Minter through tears looking at Stevenson during the video call. Detectives have long presumed Brittany Williams to be dead, especially without her AIDS medication. He was a sweetheart.. Police confirm that after Kim Parker, no one ever used Brittany's social security number or Medicaid benefits. Parker also went on a publicity campaign, soliciting donations for her charity. Multiple people who knew Parker also said the house was "filthy" and some worried about neglect. She told a judge that Brittany had gone to live with relatives. Thompson gave Brittany to a guardian, Kim E. Parker, shortly before her death in 1996. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. Back and forth all the time.. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. She is me, and I am her. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. Anyone with information can call Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. Detectives have long presumed Brittany Williams to be dead, especially without her AIDS medication. The same exact smile. 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 . They say they were not surprised by the results. A nationwide search ensued, with high-profile local news coverage. 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. Detectives never found Brittanys body. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. Henrico Police cold case detective Lt. Kevin Howdyshell says multiple people who knew Kim Parker at the time, contacted Henricos child protective services. (A large linear scar on Stevensons stomach) went down here all the way up to my chest, motioned Stevenson, tracing the scar. Henrico police tracked down the two women in California, who said they never took Brittany. The woman who had legal guardianship over her, Kim Parker, ran a foster home for children with special needs or were otherwise medically fragile. 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. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. 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 . You were so soft-spoken. A large, round scar can clearly be seen on Stevensons upper abdomen. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! She says shes also received bloodwork results proving that. Her Rainbow Kids operation was her entire existence, said Henrico Deputy Commonwealths Attorney Mike Feinmel in a 2019 interview. Stevenson says she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. Ms Stevenson, who said her adoptive parents provided no information about her adoption, said that she did not have AIDS and had been tested. An Indiana woman says she has DNA evidence to prove she is Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old girl who went missing two decades ago. Kaylynn Stevenson, of Fort Wayne, Indiana claimed she has DNA evidence proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a girl who went missing at the age of seven back in 2000, WWBT reported.. Brittany's caretaker at the time, Kim Parker, told authorities she sent Brittany to live with another couple in California. No one has been charged in her disappearance, and due to her medical condition, it is not likely that she has survived all these years. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. Got through with my smile.. 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 . Even the mole on her neck I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. In 2000, 7-year-old Brittany Renee Williams disappeared. Multiple sources confirm that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Brittany Williams, please contact Henrico Police at 804-501-5000. We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. I did remember the last name Williams. 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