SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump has issued a statement following the reintroduction of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in the United States Congress. The death of Sonya Massey has highlighted the remaining problems with police conduct in America following George Floyd’s death and the subsequent death of Sonya Massey.
Deputy Sean Grayson 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 with first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct.
Attorney Crump issued the following statement:
“As the George Floyd Policing Act is reintroduced to Congress, we stand at a crucial juncture in our nation’s history. This legislation represents a significant step towards addressing systemic racism and ensuring accountability in law enforcement. The tragic loss of George Floyd and countless others, including Sonya Massey, who was unjustly killed by police in her own home, must not be in vain.
“It is imperative that we honor their memories by enacting meaningful reforms. This act aims to enhance transparency, implement stronger standards for police conduct, and ultimately build a safer and more just society for all Americans. I urge our lawmakers to come together, transcend partisan divides, and pass this essential legislation. The time for action is now.”
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