Saint John Gears Up for High-Stakes Murder Trial

Saint John and surrounding area residents are expected to receive more jury duty notices for the upcoming trial of Roman Kamyshnyy, accused of killing two boys last winter. The prosecution aims to assemble a sizable jury pool to ensure a fair selection process for the 12 jurors and potential four extras needed for the murder trial. Kamyshnyy, aged 45, faces charges of first-degree murder in the deaths of the two boys, aged 10 and 17, discovered in a Millidgeville residence following a 911 call. The police also found a man with severe injuries at the scene. The trial is set for June 2026 at the Saint John Court of King’s Bench. Crown prosecutor Elaina Campbell highlighted the need for a larger jury pool due to potential conflicts and individuals with direct knowledge of the case. High-profile cases in New Brunswick have previously summoned thousands for jury selection, such as Dennis Oland’s trial involving 5,000 prospective jurors. The Crown plans to have 16 jurors instead of the typical 12 for Kamyshnyy’s trial, anticipating the challenging nature of the case. The pre-trial voir dires are scheduled for December, with the trial set for June 2026.