Julia Rosier

Yonkers

Multimedia Journalist at WICS-TV (Springfield, IL)

Reporter at News 12 Westchester

Reporter @News12WC 📺

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Articles

Experts discuss police officer training programs

Jul 31, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — Questions are being raised about the training for police officers. This comes after former sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson was arrested and charged with first degree murder in the death of Sonya Massey. The Illinois Sheriffs' Association tells us police officers go through a 16-week training academy and other types of trainings. They talked with us about the importance of these trainings and why officers go through them.
Sheriff's Office addresses 911 dispatch confusion about Sonya Massey

Jul 30, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — County officials said they were not confused about if the gunshot that killed Sonya Massey was self-inflicted. This comes after confusion on the 911 dispatch about whether the gunshot was self-inflicted. These details come from Sangamon County's website with information on the death of Sonya Massey and the investigation into the deputy involved shooting.
Recruitment challenges persist as police agencies seek qualified candidates

Jul 30, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — The shortage of police officers continues to be a problem nationwide. Some are now concerned that the recent shooting of Sonya Massey will make it harder to recruit new officers. We talked with two statewide agencies dedicated to the well-being of officers across the state. Both said departments are still struggling to recruit and maintain officers, sometimes leading to desperation hires.
Sangamon County launches new website for transparency on Sonya Massey case

Jul 29, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — Sangamon County has created a new website with information on the death of Sonya Massey and the investigation into the deputy involved shooting. This new web page is in response to media questions about the shooting. This website includes Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) responses, documents, recordings, videos and written responses to media inquiries related to Sonya Massey's death.
Sangamon County launches new website for transparency on Sonya Massey case

Jul 29, 2024 | foxillinois.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — Sangamon County has created a new website with information on the death of Sonya Massey and the investigation into the deputy involved shooting. This new web page is in response to media questions about the shooting. This website includes Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) responses, documents, recordings, videos and written responses to media inquiries related to Sonya Massey's death.
Sheriff knew of Sean Grayson's arrest history before hiring

Jul 25, 2024 | foxillinois.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — We have new details on the deputy who was arrested for shooting Sonya Massey. Sean Grayson is charged with first degree murder. We have learned Sheriff Jack Campbell knew about Grayson's previous brushes with the law and decided to hire him anyway. Sean Grayson has two previous DUI arrests. The first DUI was in 2015. The second was in 2016 for driving on a suspended license. In a statement, Sheriff Campbell said his office was aware of the DUI at the time he was hired.
Sheriff knew of Sean Grayson's arrest history before hiring

Jul 25, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — We have new details on the deputy who was arrested for shooting Sonya Massey. Sean Grayson is charged with first degree murder. We have learned Sheriff Jack Campbell knew about Grayson's previous brushes with the law and decided to hire him anyway. Sean Grayson has two previous DUI arrests. The first DUI was in 2015. The second was in 2016 for driving on a suspended license. In a statement, Sheriff Campbell said his office was aware of the DUI at the time he was hired.
Expert analyzes police conduct in Sonya Massey shooting

Jul 25, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — We're continuing our coverage on the death of Sonya Massey. A Sangamon County deputy shot and killed Sonya in her home earlier this month. Body camera footage released earlier this week shows the moment she was shot. Now, former deputy Sean Grayson is charged with first degree murder. We spoke with Kalfani Turè, an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and African American Studies at Widener University in Pennsylvania. Before that, he was a police officer in Georgia.
Justice Department opens investigation into Sonya Massey's death by former deputy

Jul 23, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, ILL (WICS/WRSP) — The Department of Justice is now opening an investigation into Sonya Massey. Sonya Massey was shot on July 6 in her home. Police responded to a 911 call in the 2800 block of Hoover Avenue. Body camera video shows the moment a deputy shot her. Former deputy Sean Grayson has now been charged with first-degree murder. "We will continue to say her name. Sonya Massey. We will continue to say justice for Sonya Massey.
Biden drops out, Illinois election officials clarify next steps for ballots

Jul 22, 2024 | newschannel20.com | Julia Rosier

SPRINGFIELD, IL (WICS/WRSP) — With Biden dropping out of the presidential race, it has left some questions about what's next and what it means for the ballot in Illinois. The Illinois State Board of Elections said since there is no official democratic nominee yet, it doesn't make a difference on the ballot. Election officials said when a nominee is chosen at the Democratic National Convention, that nominee will be certified to the State Board of Elections.