The state Stevenson is referring to is Ohio. She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. (A large linear scar on Stevensons stomach) went down here all the way up to my chest, motioned Stevenson, tracing the scar. You all werent looking in the right state, she said aloud to herself, commenting on the search for Brittany Williams. A lot of going back and forth to Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio, recalled Stevenson. According to WWBT, Williams was born with AIDS, and authorities were worried the girl was dead because she did not have her medication. 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. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. I did remember the last name Williams. For some reason, its implanted in the back of my mind, she said. When asked where Brittany was, she said 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 . She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. Parker didnt respond to a request for comment, nor did Stevensons adoptive parents reached through their attorney. In a statement to The Independent, the Henrico County Police Division said it was aware of Ms Stevensons interview and that the investigation into Brittanys disappearance remained active. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico, WWBT reported. And so many people tried to break me down to where I was nothing. 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 closely watched NBC12s cold-case story aiming to help generate tips and justice for Brittany Williams. But that may not be true. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. Age Progression The women knew one another after meeting through a charity that helped young children with AIDS and other special needs. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. 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. And yes. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. Sixteen years later, the girl with the bright smile is still lost, and so is the justice for why she disappeared. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. Like everything bad that happened - this is your time for justice.. Catheter scars were listed in the description on many missing child posters for Brittany. A large, round scar can clearly be seen on Stevensons upper abdomen. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, including for donations she received for the care of the children. It didnt really hit me until I got older, and you realize how cruel the world can be, Minter said. After entering the world, Baby Brittany was shuffled from one foster home to another, and not long before she passed away in 1996, Brittany's mother gave her daughter to Kim E. Parker to be cared for. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. The money coming in was how (Parker) was living, Feinmel said. She acts like a big sister, said Stevenson, who now talks to McElroy on a near-daily basis. Back and forth all the time.. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. And her kids look like me, smiled Stevenson. Parker didnt respond to a request for comment, nor did Stevensons adoptive parents reached through their attorney. I do remember that, Stevenson added. She's going to be like her mother, quoted Martin of the conversation. Multiple other smaller scars can be seen on Stevensons upper left chest. (Family photo) Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. However, Henrico police say that wasnt true. And she looks like me. Ms Stevenson, who has a resemblance to the images of seven-year-old Brittany, said she also remembered a feeding tube inserted being into her, and has a scar on her stomach to show it. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. (Parker said) that I needed to take her or she was going to give her to these two women in California," Martin said. For 21 years, there had been no trace of Brittany, a tiny girl with an angelic face, known for her magnetic 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 . Copyright 2021 WWBT. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. 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. We deserve to know the truth of where she is, Martin said. Stevenson also says she has a certified, in-lab DNA test to prove it, taken at Labcorp. But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. a 7-year-old child who went missing from Henrico, Virginia, in 2000. 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. Look at that smile on her face, said McElroy in a video call with her sister. Brittany also was acutely aware of the potential danger of her disease. 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. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. A police search ensued, even involving local authorities digging up Parkers backyard. In 2000, Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old in Virginia, disappeared from her foster home. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. The emotion was so powerful, it kind of took over my entire spiritual being.. She closely watched NBC12s cold-case story aiming to help generate tips and justice for Brittany Williams. "I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, 'This is me! Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. A photograph of Parker is posted below this case summary. I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. She is me, and I am her. So NBC12 tracked down Anastasia McElroy, the first daughter of the late Rose Marie Thompson, Brittanys mother. (Family photo) Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. Parker, who had legal custody of Brittany after her mother. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. For four years of her life, Brittany Williams lived in a yellow house on Rexford Road, with Parker. This is me!'". During the first few years of the child's life, she was often in foster care due to Thompson's chaotic lifestyle. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. Most of these children were not reported missing until federal legislation was passed in 2014 requiring state agencies to report a missing or abducted child to law enforcement and NCMEC "24 hours of receiving information about a missing child under their care," according to NCMEC. I dont have AIDS at all, said Stevenson, who says shes donated blood and had blood work completed multiple times in her life. Feinmel said Parker began collecting Brittanys Social Security and Medicaid benefits after taking the girl in. Martin said Parker told her shed already sent Brittany to live with the two women in California, but wouldnt tell her anything else. 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. Look at that smile on her face, said McElroy in a video call with her sister. You were such a sweet child. Parker told the same judge the same story. A police search ensued, even involving local authorities digging up Parkers backyard. A large, round scar can clearly be seen on Stevensons upper abdomen. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. I dont remember a lot because so much was going on that especially when youre young you cant understand, said Stevenson. He was non-verbal. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. 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. She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. This is me!, From the hairline to the ears, to the smile, to the chin, said Ladajah Kelly, Stevensons wife. Her Rainbow Kids operation was her entire existence, said Henrico Deputy Commonwealths Attorney Mike Feinmel in a 2019 interview. It was not clean, Martin said. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. Twenty-one years later, Kaylynn Stevenson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, says she is Brittany Renee Williams. She also has scattered memories from her time at Parker's foster home called Rainbow Kids. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. I do remember a feeding tube. Back and forth all the time.. 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. The money coming in was how (Parker) was living, Feinmel said. I was actually ecstatic. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico, WWBT reported. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. You were so soft-spoken. No medical doctor ever told Stevenson that she was HIV positive or had AIDS. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. Stevenson saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. The charge was dismissed. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. There are still many questions surrounding this case. Brittany was thought to have run away from her foster home in Henrico County, Virginia, which was run by Kim Parker - who told officials she had sent Brittany to live with a couple in California . The emotion was so powerful, it kind of took over my entire spiritual being.. Ultimately, Parker told police she sent Brittany to live with two women in California. This is me!, From the hairline to the ears, to the smile, to the chin, said Ladajah Kelly, Stevensons wife. She is me, and I am her. He was non-verbal. I knew it was you.. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! There are still many questions surrounding this case. I dont want no ties to my adoptive name. Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. 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. She says the sweet-looking home was much different on the inside. Parkers attorney at the time defended her record with children, also saying there was no evidence to show any harm had come to Brittany. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! I knew it was you.. 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 do remember a feeding tube. Yall are so greedy and focused on money. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. But that may not be true. Im going by Brittany now. I dont have AIDS at all, said Stevenson, who says shes donated blood and had blood work completed multiple times in her life. I dont want no ties to my adoptive name. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. We cannot give her friends closure, Howdyshell said. Nearly two decades later, no one has ever been charged in the disappearance of Brittany Williams. Attorneys say Parker took in as many as 50 kids over the years, many with serious medical issues or developmental disabilities. We cannot give the family closure. Got through with my smile.. Multiple sources confirm to NBC12 that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. "Kim called me on a Wednesday and said she couldnt handle her anymore, Martin said. 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. Images of missing Brittany Renee Williams. She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. "And Brittany Renee Williams' photo popped up," Stevenson told WWBT. A woman in Indiana is claiming she has DNA proving she is Brittany Renee Williams, a Virginia girl who went missing at seven years old back in 2000. Parker shed tears in the courtroom. Got through with my smile.. Detectives have long presumed Brittany Williams to be dead, especially without her AIDS medication. I just started bawling and bawling, said McElroy. I was actually ecstatic. I know me when I see me. But despite the uncanny similarities, Stevenson says she didnt get answers from her adoptive parents about her adoption. 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. A lot of going back and forth to Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio, recalled Stevenson. But Martin says most times she visited with Brittany, she remained a vibrant child despite her illness or home life. 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 . Shes still here. Ultimately, Parker told police she sent Brittany to live with the two women in California. You know, 'I can do this for you. I know me when I see me. 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 . The revelation came after Ms Stevenson searched for missing children and the name Williams, and realised that images of missing Brittany were me. 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 . There was a couple mornings that I vividly remember (Brittany) was kind of sad getting on the school bus, Minter said. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. I do remember that, Stevenson added. That is not me, said Stevenson. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! In August 2000, seven-year-old Brittany Renee Williams vanished into thin air. Multiple sources confirm that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. Catheter scars were listed in the description on many missing child posters for Brittany. Martin said Parker had said that Brittany had lived longer than she thought she was going to live. She was treated for AIDS and lived with Kim Parker, who ran an independent foster home out of her house in Henrico, WWBT reported. Kaylynn Stevenson, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, now says she had DNA evidence that she's Brittany. You were such a sweet child. But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. Anyone with information can call Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. Commonwealths attorney Mike feinmel in a 2019 interview as a child Medicaid benefits after the. 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