Sonya Massey, Shot to Death For Just Calling The Police// A Jury is deliberating on this Cop Shooter
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Details from the night of Sonya Massey's officer-involved shooting death have been released:
NEWEST UPDATE FROM THE COURTROOM:
- Grayson appeared in person.
- Courtroom was packed. Every seat filled. People were standing.
- Entered a not guilty plea.
- He was denied pretrial release. When the judge said that the courtroom started applauding. The judge told them to stop.
- State argued that he is a risk and threat to the community and no combination of conditions would be acceptable. State argued that because Grayson chose not to use a taser or other things in his belt, he is risk. Said that the defendant did not help Massey and the other deputy did.
- Defense: presented his previous law enforcement experience (he was also honorably discharged from the army). Defense also said that last year, Grayson was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer and he currently has an ostomy bag and it's set to be removed in the next few months. Defense said last night, there was a medical emergency involving the ostomy bag so the medical concerns were a big argument. Defense also argued that Grayson did not try to flee the jurisdiction before he was arrested.
- Pretrial hearing on August 26 at 9am.
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According to the Sangamon County States Attorney, Deputies entered Massey's home to gather further information, and to ensure that the residence was safe.A pot was noticed on the stove in which Massey, with police approval, went to remove the pot.
During this time, another deputy was clearing the house, and nothing dangerous was noted.The Defendant,Deputy Sean Grayson, commented from the living room about the pot that contained heated water.Massey responded verbally and set the pot down on the counter of the kitchen.
The Defendant drew his 9mm firearm and threatened to shoot Massey in the face.Massey put her hands in the air and said she was sorry while ducking for cover behind the counter that separated her and the Defendant.
Grayson proceeded to close the gap between him and Massey and yelled at her to put the pot down.He then fired his duty weapon three times in the direction of Massey, striking her in the face one time.
It was only at this time that Grayson activated his body camera.The other deputy on the scene's camera was on the entire time.
After this happened, the second deputy went to retrieve a medical kit from his vehicle while the Defendant told him not to.The other deputy still rendered aid to Massey and stayed with her until medical help arrived.At no time did Grayson attempt to render aid to Massey.
Illinois State Police (ISP) performed and independent investigation of Grayson's actions.A "Use of Force" expert studied the body cameras of both deputies.The expert concluded that the Defendant was NOT justified in his use of deadly force.
It was determined that Grayson's disregard of his training as a law enforcement officer, and his disregard for human life, shows clear and convincing evidence that he is a danger to the community.



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