But she cant remember what exactly those surgeries were, or for what reason. For 21 years, there had been no trace of Brittany, a tiny girl with an angelic face, known for her magnetic smile. I was actually ecstatic. Want NBC12s top stories in your inbox each morning? Sixteen years later, the girl with the bright smile is still lost, and so is the justice for why she disappeared. 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. And yes. 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. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. And so many people tried to break me down to where I was nothing. Copyright 2021 WWBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. She was so caring and concerned about things with her AIDS, recalled Martin. 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 her kids look like me, smiled Stevenson. She also said the birth certificate that her adopted parents showed her does not match the birthday of Williams. Brittany was treated for AIDS as a child after her mother died of the illness, which was typically passed on to 25 per cent of babies with AIDS-positive mothers at the time. Parker ultimately took a plea deal to spend 10 years behind bars. A woman in Indiana is claiming she has DNA evidence proving she is a girl who went missing 21 years ago in Virginia. Records indicate there was no follow up by the court. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. She acts like a big sister, said Stevenson, who now talks to McElroy on a near-daily basis. I dont have AIDS at all, said Stevenson, who says shes donated blood and had blood work completed multiple times in her life. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. I was actually ecstatic. But theres one detail Stevenson says didnt fade from her memory, even though the name Brittany did. 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. Brittany Williams, who contracted AIDS during pregnancy, went missing from a group foster home run by Kim Parker in the 1990s. Back and forth all the time.. 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 . Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. Thats where she had lived much of her life with her adoptive parents, who gave her that name. 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. The room I used to be in was like a pastel-pink type room, said Stevenson. I woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! She acts like a big sister, said Stevenson, who now talks to McElroy on a near-daily basis. When we showed McElroy a picture of Stevenson while she was standing on her front porch, McElroy immediately began crying with emotion. They say they were not surprised by the results. NBC12 traveled to Indiana to talk with Stevenson. 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. The girl had not shown up for school, nor been taken to court hearings . She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. 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. Parker operated a charity called Rainbow Kids during the 1990s and ran an independent foster home out of her house. (A large linear scar on Stevensons stomach) went down here all the way up to my chest, motioned Stevenson, tracing the scar. She also has her own 7-year-old biological daughter, Isabella, who is the joy of her life. Investigators say her critical AIDS medicine hadnt been filled since Parker said she gave her away. But both women said they never had custody of Williams and did not know where she was. Blood does not lie and a DNA test does not lie at all. That is not me, said Stevenson. Yall dont care about a human life. Ultimately, Parker told police she sent Brittany to live with two women in California. The charity or foster home that Parker ran during the 1990s was called Rainbow Kids. It just breaks my heart, it really does, Martin said, holding back tears. 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. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. Stevenson said she has a spotty memory of her childhood, only able to recall bits and pieces. I dont want no ties to my adoptive name. Brittany vanished from the home in 2000. There are still many questions surrounding this case. 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 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. 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. That is not me, said Stevenson. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. She says the sweet-looking home was much different on the inside. 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 woke my wife up out of her sleep and was like, This is me! She closely watched NBC12s cold-case story aiming to help generate tips and justice for Brittany Williams. WWBT reported that Parker took a plea deal and spent 10 years behind bars. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. We also have not heard back at this time. He was a sweetheart.. She told a judge that Brittany had gone to live with relatives. Brittanys friends, the few relatives she knew, and police agree that without her caretakers cooperation, investigators may never solve Brittanys disappearance. He was non-verbal. To-date, Brittany Renee Williams has never been located. And she looks like me. It didnt really hit me until I got older, and you realize how cruel the world can be, Minter said. For 21 years, there had been no trace of Brittany, a tiny girl with an angelic face, known for her magnetic smile. The state Stevenson is referring to is Ohio. She believes that proving that shes Brittany Williams will help her keep her child. When asked where Brittany was, she said (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. Stevenson and McElroy wasted no time taking their own, in-lab DNA test through Labcorp. I know its going to be really hard for you, but this is like a new beginning. I was actually ecstatic. So NBC12 tracked down Anastasia McElroy, the first daughter of the late Rose Marie Thompson, Brittanys mother. I think she used people used their hearts, Linda Hodges said. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. So I dont have AIDS, but I am Brittany Renee Williams.. 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We connected the pair, and their undeniable connection was instant. They say they were not surprised by the results. 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. On the missing person poster for Williams, catheter scars were written under distinguishing characteristics. 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. She is presumed to be dead. 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. Parker also went on a publicity campaign, soliciting donations for her charity. Published: Oct. 6, 2021 at 4:58 AM PDT. And yes. Concern of potential neglect, concern of potential maltreatment of some of the children, Howdyshell said. He was a sweetheart.. She dropped a plate and cut her hand. Blood does not lie and a DNA test does not lie at all. So I dont have AIDS, but I am Brittany Renee Williams.. 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. She is me, and I am her. The girl remembered for her radiant smile was born in 1993. A lot of going back and forth to Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio, recalled Stevenson. Stevenson recently started researching her biological family, pulling from her strained memories. A lot of going back and forth to Richmond, Virginia to Columbus, Ohio, recalled 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. Detectives still get calls and tips about Brittany Williams, as recently as within the last 12 months. And so many people tried to break me down to where I was nothing. Parker didnt respond to a request for comment, nor did Stevensons adoptive parents reached through their attorney. The state Stevenson is referring to is Ohio. Detectives have long presumed Brittany Williams to be dead, especially without her AIDS medication. 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. But to this day, Parker remains silent. Henrico Police cold case detective Lt. Kevin Howdyshell said multiple people who knew Kim Parker at the time contacted Henricos child protective services. It can be anonymous. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? 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