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Sean Grayson, former Illinois deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey, dies in prison, lawyer says
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· August 24, 2026
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Key points Sean Grayson was convicted of killing Sonya Massey, who was shot inside her home. A former sheriff's deputy has died in prison.
A former sheriff's deputy has died in prison. Sean Grayson was convicted of killing Sonya Massey, who was shot inside her home. The incident drew attention to police use of force.
Grayson's death occurred on Sunday, according to his lawyer. He had been serving time for the fatal shooting, which became a notable case. Further details about Grayson's death and the circumstances surrounding it are available from the source.
The case had previously sparked discussion about police actions and their consequences.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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