DOJ investigates Sangamon County sheriff's office over fatal shooting of mentally ill Black woman.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating the Sangamon County Sheriff's Office in Illinois over the police killing of Sonya Massey, a Black woman with a mental health crisis. The investigation will assess potential violations of federal nondiscrimination laws. Both the sheriff and county board chairman have promised full cooperation, aiming to enhance public trust in local law enforcement.

November 15, 2024
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