The mother of two boys from Saint John, tragically stabbed to death by their father, expressed that no court sentence could ever bring back her beloved sons, whom she described as the greatest joy of her life. In a statement following the sentencing of Roman Kamyshnyy, she emphasized that the loss of her children and the enduring grief she carries cannot be lessened by any legal outcome.
Kamyshnyy, aged 46, received a life sentence with no chance of parole for 25 years after being found guilty of two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his 10 and 17-year-old sons. The sentencing, delivered by Justice Darrell Stephenson in the New Brunswick Court of King’s Bench, followed the automatic stipulation of the Criminal Code.
During the sentencing, Justice Stephenson conveyed the profound impact of Kamyshnyy’s actions, labeling his motive as vengeance against his ex-wife. The judge highlighted the severity of the crime, emphasizing the horror and depravity of the murders, which deeply affected the lives of many, particularly the victims’ family.
The trial revealed that Kamyshnyy meticulously planned and executed the murders to inflict maximum harm on his ex-wife, showcasing the gruesome nature of his actions. The court heard how he fatally stabbed his sons in their residence, with the elder son bravely fighting for his life during the violent encounter.
The Crown prosecutor, Elaina Campbell, described the betrayal suffered by the surviving son during the harrowing ordeal and emphasized the lasting impact on the community. The sentencing also imposed several conditions on Kamyshnyy, including restrictions on contact with certain individuals and the possession of firearms.
Despite Kamyshnyy’s lack of reaction to the sentencing, the court received multiple victim impact statements, detailing the profound loss and trauma experienced by the victims’ family, friends, and the community at large. The mother of the boys, through her lawyer, expressed gratitude for the accountability in the case and emphasized the importance of remembering her sons for their vibrant lives rather than the tragic circumstances of their deaths.
As the community continues to grieve and rebuild in the wake of this devastating tragedy, the mother remains focused on honoring her sons’ memory and finding a way to move forward while keeping them close to her heart.