Sonya Massey shot after dispute over pot of water, deputy discouraged partner from rendering aid, records say

A fatal law enforcement shooting in Illinois that prompted outrage from protesters and officials followed a dispute over a pot of steaming water in the victim’s home, court and law enforcement records say.

Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson, who was indicted on charges of first-degree murder and other crimes in the July 6 killing of Sonya Massey, 36, is accused of shooting Massey in the face after he and another deputy were dispatched to her home shortly before 1 a.m. after she reported a possible prowler, according to the documents.