PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — As day four of the Sean Grayson trial kicks off at the Peoria County Courthouse, people plan to make their return to the streets just outside.

On Monday and Wednesday, a large crowd of people gathered to demand justice for Sonya Massey, who was shot and killed by Grayson on July 9, 2024, while responding to her call that someone was trying to break into her home.

Another crowd is expected to show up outside the courthouse again on Thursday, with people likely to hold signs and chant while hearing speeches again.

The story will have live updates in reverse chronological order

1:30 p.m.

The number of people rallying has reached about ten as it continues to gain more people

1 p.m.

A few people have begun to gather, all carrying signs saying "Justice for Sonya Mass

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