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Former Illinois deputy who killed Sonya Massey is sentenced to 20 years in prison

Former Illinois deputy who killed Sonya Massey is sentenced to 20 years in prison

Summary

A former deputy sheriff in Illinois, Sean Grayson, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting and killing Sonya Massey. Massey had called 911 about a possible prowler near her home in Springfield.

Key Facts

  • Sean Grayson was a deputy sheriff in Illinois.
  • He was found guilty of fatally shooting Sonya Massey.
  • Massey had called 911 to report a suspected prowler outside her home.
  • The court sentenced Grayson to 20 years in prison.
  • He has been in jail since he was charged.
  • Grayson faced a maximum of 20 years but was also eligible for probation.
  • After the sentencing, Massey's family reacted emotionally in the courtroom.

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