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Ex-Deputy Testifies in Fatal Shooting of Sonya Massey

10/28/2025

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Sean Grayson, a former Illinois sheriff's deputy, testified in trial for the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey.
He said he did not use his Taser, fearing it might malfunction.
Massey was holding a pot of boiling water when Grayson perceived a threat during July 6, 2024 prowler call at her home.
The jury will receive instructions on second-degree murder as closing arguments begin.
Grayson faces 45 years to life.

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Sean Grayson, a former Illinois sheriff's deputy, testified in trial for the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey.
He said he did not use his Taser, fearing it might malfunction.
Massey was holding a pot of boiling water when Grayson perceived a threat during July 6, 2024 prowler call at her home.
The jury will receive instructions on second-degree murder as closing arguments begin.
Grayson faces 45 years to life.