SCOTT COUNTY, MO (Show Me Live) – In a collaborative effort between the Scott County Sheriff’s Office and the United States Marshals Service, Kayla Williams of Scott County was apprehended on an arrest warrant in North Carolina. The arrest was made on February 18th She is in custody, awaiting extradition to Missouri to face the parole violation charges.
On January 31st, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office was tipped off that Williamson had an active warrant for a parole violation, according to a press release by Scott County Prosecutor Paula Brouge. In 2018, Williamson pled guilty to Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the First Degree. This conviction stemmed from a tragic case involving the death of her 14-month-old child. She was sentenced to 15 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Williamson’s case dates to a heartbreaking 2017 incident, in which her then-boyfriend, Louis Hollis, was convicted of abuse or neglect of a child resulting in death. Hollis was sentenced to 20 years for his role in the crime. While the specifics of Williamson’s release date are unclear, it is known that her arrest warrant for parole violation was issued in September 2024.
“I’d like to express my gratitude for the swift action and diligent work of the U.S. Marshals: The capture of this fugitive is an important step in holding her accountable for the terms of her parole. We are thankful for the unwavering dedication of our staff and the U.S. Marshals in tracking down fugitives and ensuring justice is served,” a release reads from the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. “This arrest serves as a reminder that we will continue to work tirelessly to bring fugitives to justice, no matter where they try to hide. We are fully aware of the numerous other wanted subjects and open cases, and we are actively working to clear as many as possible. If you are a wanted, violent individual and a menace to society in Scott County, your day will come. You can run and hide, but eventually, we will catch you.
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office will continue to collaborate with law enforcement agencies across the country to ensure offenders face the consequences of their actions.