New Mexico criminal defense attorney John W. Day joins Court TV to weigh in on the judge’s sentencing in the “Bad Blood Shooting” trial and share his take on the “Preppy Party” murder case, including why the prosecution is likely satisfied with its witnesses so far and how viable a self-defense strategy may be.
A New Hampshire man convicted of assault after shooting his neighbor was sentenced to 10 to 20 years in prison on Monday.
In March, Jason Levesque was acquitted of attempted murder in the shooting of Kyle Violette; however, a jury convicted him of the lesser charge of first-degree assault.
In a statement read by a victim’s advocate, Violette’s daughter asked for a sentence that “brings justice and relief” to the family. Violette’s girlfriend, Angela LaChance, said, “There has to be justice for Kyle because he deserves it.”
Victim Kyle Violette also gave an impact statement, saying he “had no intentions of harming” anyone that night and Levesque tried to “execute” him in front of his family. Violette said, “I hope you sentence this man to a place where he will learn you don’t get to pick who he lives next to.” Violette also called Levesque a “coward” for his actions in front of their daughters, who witnessed the shooting.
Kyle Violette speaks at Jason Levesque’s sentencing hearing Monday, June 23, 2025. (Court TV)
The prosecution asked for the maximum sentence for Levesque, saying, “This offense embodies multiple ongoing acts of violence.” Barth also cited prior misdemeanor charges against Leveque.
