Sean Grayson Dies in Prison at 32 | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 24, 2026 · 1m

Sean Grayson, the former Illinois deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey in her home, has died at 32 while serving a 20-year sentence for second-degree murder. The tragic incident, captured on body cam, unfolded after Massey called 911 about a prowler — footage showed her crouching and apologizing before Grayson fired. Initially charged with first-degree murder, Grayson pleaded fear of hot water being thrown at him. Diagnosed with terminal colon cancer, he sought early release but was denied by Illinois authorities, who said his illness was already considered in sentencing. His death comes…