Jurors began deliberating late Tuesday morning in the murder trial for former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson , in the shooting death of Sonya Massey, an unarmed Black woman who had called police for help.

The jury received the case following closing arguments from prosecutors and defense attorneys.

In July 2024, Massey called 911 to report a prowler. Grayson was among the officers who responded.

During their interaction, Massey walked towards a pot of water on the stove. Massey told officers, "I rebuke you in the name of Jesus," before the officers pulled out their weapons, yelling for her to drop the pot. That's when Grayson shot Massey.

Grayson, who faces three counts of first-degree murder, took the stand on Monday and offered his version of events. Whe

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