Sonya Massey

The conviction against former deputy sheriff Sean Grayson carries a potential sentence of four to 20 years.

Former Illinois police officer Sean Grayson told the jury that Massey's vow to "rebuke him in the name of Jesus" led him to shoot her. His testimony drew scoffs from Massey's mother.

Missouri’s system often takes years to resolve a misconduct allegation, in some cases allowing officers to move on to a new department.

Sonya Massey's shooting also spurred legislation on police hiring.

Prosecutors will ask the Illinois Supreme Court to review the ruling, saying it should assess Grayson's danger to the public as a private citizen rather than as a law enforcement officer.

Before killing Sonya Massey, Sean Grayson had a case thrown out after bringing charges with no evidence.

A law aimed at helping people experiencing crisis was originally set to go live in 2022.

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board records show Sean Grayson worked for six law enforcement agencies around central Illinois in four year.

Former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson, who is now charged with murder in the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, was previously discharged from the U.S. Army for serious misconduct — and still hired at six police departments in Central Illinois.

Sonya Massey called 911 to report a potential prowler before being shot inside her home. Footage shows she was cowering in fear and holding a pot when the deputy opened fire.