Former deputy convicted of murdering Sonya Massey denied early release
A former Illinois sheriff's deputy named Sean Grayson was convicted of killing Sonya Massey and sentenced to 20 years in prison. He recently requested early release based on a medical condition, but a prisoner review board denied his request on Friday.
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Former deputy who shot Sonya Massey in her home in 2024 denied early release from 20-year sentence
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