Teen Sentenced for Murder of Elderly Teacher | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

A 15-year-old boy, who was 14 when he murdered 83-year-old retired teacher Eleanor Doney in May, has been sentenced to ten years — five in custody, four under supervision — the maximum allowed under youth justice laws for first-degree murder. He pleaded guilty in April and apologized in court, though a medical report noted he still struggles with violent thoughts despite responding to treatment. The boy, suspended the day before the killing for carrying a knife, was undiagnosed with autism and learning disabilities. His family, including Ms. Doney’s son-in-law, expressed sorrow and hope for…