SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) released the following statement in response to a jury finding Sean Grayson guilty in the murder of Sonya Massey:

“While nothing will bring Sonya back, justice has been served. Today's verdict shows that no one is above the law.

“I stand with the Massey family and my community as we continue to mourn the unjust loss of Sonya. Since Sonya’s murder, I’ve been committed to – and will continue to – put in the work to make necessary changes to ensure our community has trust in those who have taken the oath to protect and serve.”