CHICAGO — State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) released the following statement in response to a jury finding Sean Grayson guilty in the murder of Sonya Massey:

“Sonya Massey’s murder – in her own home – was cruel and unjustified. While nothing will ever bring Sonya back, this verdict is a critical step for addressing systemic racism in law enforcement.

“I stand with Sonya’s family, who have been forced to face the very real and very traumatizing effects of police brutality on Black communities. They deserve better – they deserve for Sonya to be here today – and I remain committed to doing the necessary work to make sure this does not become reality for any other family in our state.”