Murder-for-Hire Plot Involving Online Feuds

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Dallas woman sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for murder-for-hire plot targeting a woman from Southaven, Mississippi, and others due to online feuds and rivalries. No physical harm was caused. The defendant was convicted but her husband was acquitted.

Key Points

  • Ashley Grayson, a Dallas woman, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for the murder-for-hire plot
  • The plot targeted a woman from Southaven, Mississippi, and others due to online feuds
  • Grayson offered to pay at least $20,000 for each killing
  • The Memphis couple involved in the plot demanded $10,000 from Grayson after faking an attempt
  • Grayson's husband was acquitted in the trial
  • Grayson sentenced to 120 months in prison and three years of supervised release

Pros

  • No physical harm resulted from the plot
  • Proactive response from investigating agencies and prosecutors prevented a more serious crime

Cons

  • Severe emotional impact on the victim and her family
  • Senseless rivalry escalated into a real-world crime