Governor Criticizes Sheriff Over Hiring of Deputy Charged in Sonya Massey Killing

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker questions the hiring practices after Deputy Sean Grayson, with a troubled history, fatally shot Sonya Massey.

Deputy Sean Grayson, who killed Sonya Massey, had a history of misconduct and multiple job changes in law enforcement.
Governor Pritzker expressed disappointment with the sheriff's explanation regarding Grayson's hiring and background checks.
Grayson claimed he feared for his life when Massey, who had mental health issues, held a pot of boiling water.
The shooting has sparked national protests and renewed debates on police use of force and mental health crisis responses.
Grayson faces multiple charges including first-degree murder and is currently held without bond.