diff --git a/code/_onclick/hud/alert.dm b/code/_onclick/hud/alert.dm
index 45c4331bcb3..9a1643cb34d 100644
--- a/code/_onclick/hud/alert.dm
+++ b/code/_onclick/hud/alert.dm
@@ -410,7 +410,6 @@ so as to remain in compliance with the most up-to-date laws."
 			stone.opt_in = TRUE
 
 /obj/screen/alert/notify_soulstone/Destroy()
-	stoner = null
 	stone = null
 	return ..()