I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! 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. But to this day, Parker remains silent. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. You were so soft-spoken. We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. The money coming in was how (Parker) was living, Feinmel said. There are still many questions surrounding this case. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. 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. And her kids look like me, smiled Stevenson. 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. Williams has been missing for 21 years. I knew it was you.. Henrico County Police, who thought Brittany would have died without AIDS medication, have allegedly taken a DNA sample from Ms Stevenson. Stevenson is currently fighting in court over custody of her daughter, Isabella. Its one of the cases that will always bother me, Feinmel said. "She was very sweet, Minter said, describing Brittany. This is me!, From the hairline to the ears, to the smile, to the chin, said Ladajah Kelly, Stevensons wife. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. Parker operated a charity called Rainbow Kids during the 1990s and ran an independent foster home out of her house. Got through with my smile.. Henrico Police cold case detective Lt. Kevin Howdyshell said multiple people who knew Kim Parker at the time contacted Henricos child protective services. Yall are so greedy and focused on money I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. He was non-verbal. The same exact smile. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. A police search ensued, even involving local authorities digging up Parkers backyard. 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 . When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. Stevenson said Indiana FBI agents did take a DNA sample from her in person. I do remember that, Stevenson added. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. Her Rainbow Kids operation was her entire existence, said Henrico Deputy Commonwealths Attorney Mike Feinmel in a 2019 interview. And Brittany Renee Williams photo popped up, said Stevenson, excited. 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. Stevenson said Indiana FBI agents did take a DNA sample from her in person. No medical doctor ever told Stevenson that she was HIV positive or had AIDS. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. Got through with my smile.. I just started bawling and bawling, said McElroy. Stevenson is currently fighting in court over custody of her daughter, Isabella. I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. You know, 'I can do this for 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. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. (A large linear scar on Stevensons stomach) went down here all the way up to my chest, motioned Stevenson, tracing the scar. The report, which can be used as a legal court document, says the two have a 95.83% probability of being half-sisters. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. It was just a mess. Parker also went on a publicity campaign, soliciting donations for her charity. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Internet search led to revelation, says former foster child, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile, Kaylynn Stevenson says she is missing child Brittany Williams. 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 room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, she told NBC12. Kaylynn Stevenson, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, now says she had DNA evidence that she's Brittany.. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. I think she used people used their hearts, Linda Hodges said. Multiple sources confirm that Henrico Police and FBI agents are testing Stevensons DNA with the only other daughter of Rose Marie Thompson. But that may not be true. 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. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. And Brittany Renee Williams photo popped up, said Stevenson, excited. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. This is me!'". Yall are so greedy and focused on money. But both women said they never had custody of Williams and did not know where she was. Her Rainbow Kids operation was her entire existence, said Henrico Deputy Commonwealths Attorney Mike Feinmel in a 2019 interview. Feinmel said Parker began collecting Brittanys Social Security and Medicaid benefits after taking the girl in. No medical doctor ever told Stevenson that she was HIV positive or had AIDS. Twenty-one years later, Kaylynn Stevenson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, says she is Brittany Renee Williams. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. And she said, Well, youre too late,' Martin said. We also reached out to Kaylynns adoptive parents through their attorney. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. I do remember that, Stevenson added. Like everything bad that happened - this is your time for justice.. 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. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. Even the mole on her neck I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. Stevenson says she has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. ", Join half a million readers enjoying Newsweek's free newsletters. Yall are so greedy and focused on money. Henrico police took out a search warrant to comb Parkers house, citing possible murder, abduction and child neglect as the cause. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. Multiple other smaller scars can be seen on Stevensons upper left chest. However, Henrico police say that wasnt true. The same exact smile I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. Before effective HIV/AIDS treatment was available, about 25% of HIV-positive mothers passed the virus to their babies while pregnant, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. He was a sweetheart.. 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. He was non-verbal. Attorneys say Parker took in as many as 50 kids over the years, many with serious medical issues or developmental disabilities. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. That is not me, said Stevenson. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. 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. NBC12 tried repeatedly in multiple ways to get in touch with Kim Parker over the past few weeks. She says they were left by catheters. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. So, I dont have AIDS, but I am Brittany Renee Williams.. I do remember a feeding tube. 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 . 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. So I dont have AIDS, but I am Brittany Renee Williams.. I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. Parker ran a charity that provided long term care for kids with AIDS and other serious medical conditions. It can be anonymous. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. Detectives dug up the yard and even the septic tank. So there is no telling what was actually removed.. (Parker said) that I needed to take her or she was going to give her to these two women in California," Martin said. She says they were left by catheters. Parker told the same judge the same story. Brittany's caretaker at the time, Kim Parker, told authorities she sent Brittany to live with another couple in California. You all werent looking in the right state, she said aloud to herself, commenting on the search for Brittany Williams. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. Stevenson has multiple other scars on her stomach from surgeries she said she underwent as a child. Shes still here. 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. Stevenson told WWBT she is now going by Brittany because she doesn't want any "ties to my adoptive name. 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. I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. She hadnt shown up to school, and Parker did not produce Brittany for court hearings. Back and forth all the time.. A large, round scar can clearly be seen on Stevensons upper abdomen. In 2000, Brittany Renee Williams disappeared at the age of seven. She hadnt shown up to school, and Parker did not produce Brittany for court hearings. We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. In 2000, 7-year-old Brittany Renee Williams disappeared. At that time, Williams was among the children with serious medical issues or learning disabilities under Parker's care. She closely watched NBC12s cold-case story aiming to help generate tips and justice for Brittany Williams. Got through with my smile.. So there is no telling what was actually removed.. But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. No medical doctor ever told Stevenson that she was HIV positive or had AIDS. Catheter scars were listed in the description on many missing child posters for Brittany. Parker, who had legal custody of Brittany after her mother. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. Got through with my smile.. Ms. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. 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. 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 . I dont want no ties to my adoptive name. She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. Detectives never found Brittanys body. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. For 21 years, there had been no trace of Brittany, a tiny girl with an angelic face, known for her magnetic smile. Brittany Renee Williams Brittany, approximately 2000; Age at the time of disappearance: progression to Age at the time of disappearance: 24 (approximately 2017); Kim Parker . Even the mole on her neck I started putting the pieces together that that was really her.. 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I dont want no ties to my adoptive name. As she was dying, Thompson signed over custody of Brittany to Parker in 1996. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. I was actually ecstatic. 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. RICHMOND, VA (WWBT) - Its been 19 years since a 7-year-old girl who was diagnosed with AIDS disappeared in Henrico County. Martin hopes someone who knew Parker and possibly has information will now come forward so many years later. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. But every time, I got back up and decided to keep fighting, keep pushing. And so many people tried to break me down to where I was nothing. 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