His family reported him missing. As the years passed, they feared they might never see him again.
Steven was held by his kidnapper, Kenneth Parnell, and grew up away from his family.
For seven years, his loved ones had no idea what had happened to him.
Then, in 1980, Steven made a decision that changed everything.
When his captor brought another young boy, five-year-old Timothy White, into his care, Steven became determined to protect the child from experiencing what he had endured.
Steven eventually escaped with Timothy and took the boy to safety.
The authorities identified Steven, and he was reunited with his family at the age of 14.
His return brought an end to years of uncertainty, and his actions helped save another child.
The most remarkable part: After years of being held against his will, Steven found the courage to escape and help someone else reach safety.
3. Shawn Hornbeck: Found After More Than Four Years
