SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump has issued the following statement regarding the indictment and arrest of Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson. Grayson allegedly shot Sonya Massey in the face, killing her, on July 6. Massey, a 36-year-old unarmed woman, had called the police to report a suspected intruder in her home.
Grayson has been indicted and charged on five counts, including three counts of first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct.
Attorney Crump issued the following statement:
“Today marks an important milestone in the pursuit of justice for Sonya Massey’s family. While nothing can undo the heinous actions of this officer, we hope the scales of justice will continue to hold him accountable and we will demand transparency at every step.
“This news is a step toward justice for Sonya’s loved ones, especially her children, who have endured unimaginable pain and suffering since they were notified of this tragedy. We remain committed to uncovering the truth of what happened and identifying the failures that allowed this tragic death to occur.”
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