(CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Attorney Ben Crump, who specializes in civil rights and personal injury cases such as wrongful death lawsuits, announced Thursday the family of Sonya Massey has retained his services. Some of the well-known cases Crump has been a part of include Trayvon Martin, Breonna Taylor, Michael Brown and George Floyd. Crump is known for taking on cases involving police misconduct.

 

The investigation into Massey’s death by Illinois State Police is ongoing. Wednesday, Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell urged the public and media to be patient as ISP completes its investigation.

ISP also released a statement on Wednesday saying it is collaborating closely with the Sangamon County State’s Attorney’s Office to conduct a timely, comprehensive, and transparent investigation.  The release stated additional information, including the body worn camera video, will be shared with Massey’s family before releasing further.

Tiara Standage has organized a wrongful death protest to be held in front of the Sangamon County Building at #1 Sheriff Plaza at 9 am Friday.

Massey was shot early Saturday morning after deputies responded to a report of a prowler.