In 2000, Brittany Renee Williams, a 7-year-old in Virginia, disappeared from her foster home. She dropped a plate and cut her hand. 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. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. You were so soft-spoken. (A large linear scar on Stevensons stomach) went down here all the way up to my chest, motioned Stevenson, tracing the scar. The girl had not shown up for school, nor been taken to court hearings . That is not me, said Stevenson. The same exact smile. Catheter scars were listed in the description on many missing child posters for Brittany. 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. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. Stevenson also said she has a certified, in-lab DNA test to prove it, taken at Labcorp. Im going by Brittany now. Her wife, Ladajah Kelly, also believed the images of Ms Stevenson and said: From the hairline to the ears, to the smile, to the chin. (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. 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. He was a sweetheart.. I dont have AIDS at all, said Stevenson, who says shes donated blood and had blood work completed multiple times in her life. But every time, I got back up and decided to keep fighting, keep pushing. 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 . I was actually ecstatic. I called repeatedly. The report, which can be used as a legal court document, says the two have a 95.83% probability of being half-sisters. Shes still here. (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. Her birth certificate also differs to that of Brittany, it was reported. There are still many questions surrounding this case. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. 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. Parker was indicted on 73 counts of fraud, accused of taking $24,000 in government benefits intended for Brittany, according to court documents. Finding Brittany Williams: 7-year-old with AIDS still missing after 19 years, 2 people charged after shoot-out at Va. gas station, Chesterfield school cancels appearance of former neo-Nazi, Stoney lays out budget priorities including community college for all, real-time crime center, Potential victims of towing fraud come forward, lost thousands of dollars. (A large linear scar on Stevensons stomach) went down here all the way up to my chest, motioned Stevenson, tracing the scar. Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. There needs to be justice for Brittany and what happened to her.. 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. Twenty-one years later, Kaylynn Stevenson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, says she is Brittany Renee Williams. The report, which can be used as a legal court document, says the two have a 95.83% probability of being half-sisters. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? 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 saidshe has not yet been able to get hold of adoption documents. Blood does not lie and a DNA test does not lie at all. (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. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. Feinmel prosecuted the fraud case ultimately brought against Parker. I know me when I see me. This case is active, and we are working with our federal partners, said Lt. Matthew Pecka, a spokesperson for Henrico Police. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. You have this beautiful smile like you have right now, said Minter through tears looking at Stevenson during the video call. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. But despite the uncanny similarities, Stevenson says she didnt get answers from her adoptive parents about her adoption. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! I just started bawling and bawling, said McElroy. And her kids look like me, smiled Stevenson. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. But that may not be true. 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. However, Henrico police said that wasnt true. A police search ensued, even involving local authorities digging up Parkers backyard. 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. They say they were not surprised by the results. I was basically robbed of a life I could have had.. Blood does not lie and a DNA test does not lie at all. She was soft spoken, and had the biggest smile you'd ever want to see.". I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. As have the FBI. And she looks like 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 . 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. 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 . The NCMEC also places children who've been missing for over six months in the "long term missing category" and estimated that only about 150 children were found after missing for a decade or longer. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. Blood does not lie and a DNA test does not lie at all. For four years of her life, Brittany Williams lived in a yellow house on Rexford Road, with Parker. The two girls lived a block away from each other. Copyright 2019 WWBT. Detectives still get calls and tips about Brittany Williams, as recently as within the last 12 months. The revelation came after Ms Stevenson searched for missing children and the name Williams, and realised that images of missing Brittany were me. I dont have AIDS at all, said Stevenson, who says shes donated blood and had blood work completed multiple times in her life. We are actively investigating and working alongside our Federal partners, said lieutenant Matthew Pecka. She said her memory is spotty but she also has scars from catheters and an eating tube. Age Progression The women knew one another after meeting through a charity that helped young children with AIDS and other special needs. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. Detectives still. It was just a mess. 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. 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. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. The faade that everybody has put on is just like wow, said Stevenson. However, Henrico police say that wasn't true. A nationwide search ensued, with high-profile local news coverage. She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. I dont remember a lot because so much was going on that especially when youre young you cant understand, said Stevenson. 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 . Parker didnt respond to a request for comment, nor did Stevensons adoptive parents reached through their attorney. Parker, who had legal custody of Brittany after her mother. Attorneys say Parker took in as many as 50 kids over the years, many with serious medical issues or developmental disabilities. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. Look at that smile on her face, said McElroy in a video call with her sister. Martin was Thompsons half-sister. 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. Look at that smile on her face, said McElroy in a video call with her sister. But despite the uncanny similarities, Stevenson says she didnt get answers from her adoptive parents about her adoption. I will always remember this one little boy who was in a wheelchair. I did remember the last name Williams. For some reason, its implanted in the back of my mind, she said. Twenty-one years later, Kaylynn Stevenson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, says she is Brittany Renee Williams. A family member that cares that genuinely cares. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. Stevensons birth certificate does not match the birthdate of Brittany Williams. All rights reserved. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Twenty-one years later, Kaylynn Stevenson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, says she is Brittany Renee Williams. I just started bawling and bawling, said McElroy. But that may not be true. 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