'Enough is enough': father of Sonya Massey speaks out after release of bodycam footage

Sonya Massey was killed by an Illinois sheriff's deputy after being shot three times inside her home.

Massey called 911 after fearing an intruder in her home. Newly released body-cam footage shows Massey ducking and apologising for telling the officers 'I'll rebuke you in the name of Jesus' seconds before one officer shot her in the face. Sangamon county sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson has pleaded not guilty to the charges of first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm and official misconduct. If convicted, he faces a prison sentence of 45 years to life for murder

The text above was amended on 23 July 2024. An earlier version said Sonya Massey was killed by "Illinois state police". In fact, as the text goes on to say, the accused officer was from Sangamon county sheriff's office. It was the ISP that released the footage and which conducted an investigation into the shooting.

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[flamezodiac]

He had no intention in helping her at all!!! He needs to be in jail for life this is disgusting!!!

[amandac]

At this point calling the police is attempting suicide

[alfarouqaminufor]

The moment he showed up he was irritated, he was unprofessional, his mood was off. I bet money he has violated people’s rights countless times. Only this time he murdered someone for no reason at all, if he felt threatened he could have easily de-escalated the situation and removed themselves from the home. She wasn’t a threat at all. Unfortunately we see this type of policing a lot, and it starts at the top the police chief and the entire force there needs to be investigated.

[lawandacontreras]

This is a horrific situation! The officer must have immediate consequences! 🤬🤬

[ronalddowdell]

I feel this father's a child, no matter what age, is a heartache that never goes away. My condolences to the Massey family and I hope they get justice.

[JusTori-wibg]

So yall dont see the girl standing beside her papa talking in sign language 😮😂

[catcat]

That POS needs to spend the rest of his life in prison. The sheriff department needs to be held accountable! Policing in America in shambles.

[TommyGibson-pd]

Omg the young lady in black what is she doing this man is hurt and pouring his heart out and she's making all these weird gestures

[SS-rlbg]

I'm sure that he had other red flags that were hidden or dismissed. A Evil Coward is he!

[pimisi]

I’m waiting to see the shameless lawyer who would stand to defend this man, and hear what they’d say.

[popcornx]

i’m feeling the girl next to the dad!! 😂 these cops smh and justice for sonya!

[anonymous]

No parent should ever have to bury their own child, ever.

[eomg]

Bruh…….. the girl next to the guy speaking is throwing me off 😂😂😂 err time I try to get angry about the situation here comes her with that “that part” face

[joshandabradford]

Justice!! Im so sorry for this whole family.❤ R.I.H Sonya.

[e_laboy]

If "that part!" was a person, it'd be that girl standing next to dad.

Condolences, prayers, and justice!

[raulmorales]

Never called a cop for help. They resemble Roman Centurion’s.

[MaltonEdwards-kpin]

Lol the girl in the black shirt next to him is doing too much

[loomson]

Eternal rest give onto Sonya Massey O Lord. May she rest in peace. Amen.

[lavoixdealice]

It's completely heartbreaking to know that another innocent human being has been senselessly killed.
The speech from her dad was deeply moving. My full love and support go to Ms. Sonya's family and all who cared and care about her.
This violence must end ! We can no longer turn a blind eye to it.
No more lives should be lost to people wielding guns with malicious intent.

We are all human beings. We all have families or chosen families. We all have hearts. We don't choose where we come from.
We are all mortal, and we all share the same basic human needs. No one is inherently better than another; our actions define us.
No one should have to live in fear because of the color of their skin.Let’s come together to ensure that no more lives are taken by senseless violence.

JUSTICE FOR SONYA MASSEY 🍀 AND ALL THE INNOCENT PEOPLE WHO ARE NO LONGER HERE 🕊

[iammisanthrope]

What is wrong with the girl next to the father making those crazy faces?