A man from Saint John is facing charges in connection with the deaths of two boys, aged 10 and 17, in what court documents describe as a case of suspected domestic violence. Roman Kamyshnyy is accused of two counts of first-degree murder for the incidents that occurred last winter.
Following the discovery of the boys’ bodies in a residence in Millidgeville, Saint John police responded to a 911 call on Jan. 29 at approximately 7 a.m. Additionally, a man at the scene was found with severe injuries, taken into custody, and hospitalized. The man’s relationship with the victims was acknowledged by the police, although specifics about his injuries have not been disclosed.
Roman Kamyshnyy, aged 46, is set to undergo a jury trial at the Court of King’s Bench in Saint John from June 8 to June 26, 2026, for the charges of first-degree murder.
A court order had previously prohibited the publication of the victims’ names until the case was discussed in court. However, CBC News contested the ban, leading to Justice Kathryn Gregory’s decision to allow media to report the case as one involving alleged domestic violence.
The ban on disclosing the boys’ identities and photos remains in effect for the duration of the trial proceedings. The judge also protected the identity of a key Crown witness known as Witness A to ensure a fair trial for both the prosecution and the accused.
Regarding Kamyshnyy’s psychiatric evaluations, an initial report in February concluded that he was not fit to stand trial due to brain dysfunction from physical trauma. Subsequent assessments at the Restigouche Hospital Centre indicated an improvement in his cognitive abilities, leading to the determination that he was fit to stand trial and actively participate in his defense.
The prosecution requested the ban on identifying the victims, while the judge emphasized the gravity of the case involving minors and acknowledged the media’s role in challenging legal boundaries. The emotional impact of such cases was highlighted, with the judge recognizing the media’s role in bringing attention to legal issues surrounding publication bans in cases involving deceased minors.