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Judge Sentences Shooter to Six Years, Victim Traumatized

6/20/2026

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Judge Kim Saunders sentenced Luke Johnstone to six years for shooting a pellet into Anastasia Storie-Cole’s head, rebuked his smile to a courtroom supporter, and after Crown prosecutor James Bridgman sought a 60% minimum, applied a 40% discount.
Victim impact statements said Anastasia Storie-Cole lives in fear, likening it to a horror movie.
Defense lawyer Kaleb Whyte said Luke Johnstone’s meth addiction prevented recall of his actions and expressed shame.

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Judge Kim Saunders sentenced Luke Johnstone to six years for shooting a pellet into Anastasia Storie-Cole’s head, rebuked his smile to a courtroom supporter, and after Crown prosecutor James Bridgman sought a 60% minimum, applied a 40% discount.
Victim impact statements said Anastasia Storie-Cole lives in fear, likening it to a horror movie.
Defense lawyer Kaleb Whyte said Luke Johnstone’s meth addiction prevented recall of his actions and expressed shame.