In a tragic incident that has devastated her family and sparked public outrage, Sonya Massey, the Illinois woman who was fatally shot by a deputy while responding to her 911 call, died by homicide due to a gunshot wound to her head, according to an autopsy report released on Friday by the Sangamon County coroner.

The autopsy report, although it did not specify the manner of death, was confirmed as homicide by Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon. The report revealed that the fatal bullet entered at the lower eyelid of Massey's left eye and exited through the posterior left surface of her upper neck.

Following the release of the autopsy report, Massey's grieving family held a press conference in Springfield, Illinois, expressing their profound sorrow and the impact her loss has had on their lives. "Sonya meant the world to me. I loved her so much. This tragedy has been so much on my family. Her kids. Her daughter cannot sleep at night," said Shadia Massey, Sonya Massey's cousin. Raymond Massey, Sonya Massey's uncle, described her as a person full of love who was devoted to her children and faith.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who is representing Massey's family, emphasized that the autopsy report further substantiated their claim that the shooting was unjust. Crump argued that the video evidence, combined with the autopsy findings, clearly demonstrated that excessive force was used, and that the shooting was completely unnecessary and unjustified.

The former deputy involved in the incident, Sean Grayson, has since been fired and charged with three counts of first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct in connection with Massey's death. Grayson entered a plea of not guilty to all charges.

Massey's family expressed their anguish and questioned why such a tragic event had occurred. Massey's son, Malachi Massey, voiced his concerns about his mother's safety, wondering if he had been present, would Grayson have resorted to violence against him as well.

On July 6, Massey and another unnamed deputy had responded to her 911 call reporting a possible intruder at her Springfield home. Body camera footage, released earlier, revealed a tense confrontation between Grayson and Massey, during which Grayson threatened to shoot her. The footage captured Grayson shooting Massey three times in the face, leading to her untimely death.

Investigation into the incident found that Grayson was not justified in his use of deadly force, according to the Illinois State Police. In addition, it has been revealed that Grayson had been discharged from the U.S. Army for "misconduct (serious offense)" and faced charges related to DUI offenses in the past.

This tragic incident has raised concerns about police accountability and the need for comprehensive reforms. As the case proceeds, Massey's family and their legal representatives will continue seeking justice for Sonya Massey and will strive to ensure that incidents like these are not repeated in the future.

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