Former Deputy Sean Grayson Dies in Prison After Sonya Massey Murder Conviction

Death of Sean Grayson·Latest event August 24, 2026

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Former Deputy Sean Grayson Dies in Prison After Sonya Massey Murder Conviction

Grayson was serving a 20-year sentence for the 2024 fatal shooting of Sonya Massey in her home. His attorney confirmed the former Illinois sheriff's deputy died at age 32 while in custody. Grayson had been battling Stage 4 colon cancer during his incarceration. A jury previously found Grayson guilty of second-degree murder for the fatal shooting. Massey was killed after calling police to report a suspected prowler. Grayson's death in prison ends his term less than two years after the incident.

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