Sean Grayson Sentencing Set For Thursday

Former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson will learn his fate this week after being convicted of second-degree murder in the death of Sonya Massey. Massey, an unarmed Black woman, was shot and killed in July 2024 after calling 9-1-1 to report a possible intruder at her Springfield residence. Grayson’s conviction came in October, and his sentencing is set for Thursday in Peoria County. The case has drawn significant public attention, raising ongoing concerns about police interactions and accountability. Community members and advocacy groups are expected to be present as the sentencing hearing unfolds.