Former Deputy Sean Grayson Dies | Little Rock News

Former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson, convicted in the fatal shooting of Black woman Sonya Massey, has died while serving a 20-year sentence for second-degree murder. His death followed a prolonged battle with Stage 4 colon cancer. Massey had called 911 in July 2024 reporting a break-in; Grayson and another deputy responded. Though acquitted of first-degree murder, he was convicted of second-degree murder in October 2025. Massey’s father, James Wilburn, said he doesn’t celebrate Grayson’s passing but trusts he can no longer harm anyone—and hopes for systemic reforms to prevent future tragedies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/961b03944b9682dd