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July 22, 2024

Illinois Officer Charged with Murder for Fatally Shooting Sonya Massey in Her Home
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In Illinois, a former sheriff's deputy has been charged with
first-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey, an unarmed
36-year old Black woman, in the face inside her own home. Sean Grayson,
who is white, was responding to a 911 call on July 6 from Massey, who
reported a prowler near her home. But instead of helping her, the
officer yelled at her and shot her three times, despite no signs of
danger and as she held her hands up in fear. He also told his partner
not to render aid to Massey after shooting her. The police killing has
prompted community outrage and protests calling for justice for Sonya
Massey.


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