2Photo© ndtv.comBlack woman in Illinois calls 911 for help, cop shoots her in the face
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Illinois police have released bodycam footage capturing the chaotic moments leading up to the fatal shooting of a woman who had called 911 to report a suspected intruder in her home.
The killing of Sonya Massey, 36, over the 4th of July weekend has resulted in criminal charges against the officer who fired the shots and condemnation from the White House.
Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson has been dismissed from the police force and charged with murder and official misconduct. He has pleaded not guilty and is being held without bond as of Monday.
“ When we call for help, all of us as Americans -- regardless of who we are or where we live -- should be able to do so without fearing for our lives,
US President,
US: Illinois Cop Shoots Black Woman Who Called 911 For Help, Body Cam…
“ Sonya Massey, a beloved mother, friend, daughter, and young Black woman, should be alive today. Sonya’s death at the hands of a police officer reminds us that all too often Black Americans face fears…
Joe Biden,
Black woman in Illinois calls 911 for help, cop shoots her in the face