Highway collisions

The Spruce Grove / Stony Plain RCMP are at present investigating 3 different motor vehicle collisions on Highway 16 between Highway 60 (Acheson) and Highway 779 (Stony Plain).  None of these collisions have resulted in serious injuries but traffic is traveling very slow in this area both east and west bound.

RCMP are reminding everyone to drive carefully in these winter driving conditions and to take their time when traveling.  Please do not attempt to pass vehicles or collisions on the shoulder or in the ditches.

Robert Paolinelli speaking at a conference | Photo: Alberta Teachers Association website

A Spruce Grove teacher, from St. Thomas Aquinas High School is facing sex charges.  RCMP have arrested Robert John Paolinelli for alleged sexual exploitation, sexual assault and forcible confinement that occurred on October 3rd. Police have confirmed the victim is a minor and that Paolinelli lives in Stony Plain.

From iNews 880:

The Evergreen Separate Catholic School Division says the Stony Plain resident has been suspended from his job as a food studies teacher at Spruce Grove’s St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School. Superintendent Cindy Vaselenak says he is on paid suspension since the alleged incident didn’t happen on school division property.

Spruce Grove teacher's body found

From the Edmonton Journal:

Police are investigating after the body of a Parkland School Division teacher was found early Thursday inside a house on an acreage west of Edmonton. The woman’s name has not been released. Shortly after 6 a.m. Thursday, RCMP went to investigate a report of an injured person at a home in a rural area just northeast of Spruce Grove, near the intersection of Highway 16 and Range Road 264, said Const. Barbara Roy. The woman was declared dead at the scene. Police say her death is suspicious. Police have made no arrests and have no suspects at this time

From CTV:

RCMP were called to a home north-east of Spruce Grove on Highway 16 after 6 a.m. Police on scene said the female victim was declared deceased on scene. Neighbours said a family of four had lived in the home for about six months.

Man dies after being dropped off

The Spruce Grove / Stony Plain RCMP Detachment, Spruce Grove / Stony Plain General Investigation Section, along with Edmonton Major Crimes Unit are investigating a suspicious death that occurred last night September 19, 2011 at the Westview Health Center. A male was dropped off at just before midnight at the Westview Health Center with injuries which will not be disclosed at this time. He was treated but later succumbed to those injuries.

An autopsy will be held later today to determine the identity of the male and the cause of death.

Spruce Grove / Stony Plain RCMP continue to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to call the RCMP at 780-962-2222 or 780-968-7267 or to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Update: Police are now treating this case as a homicide.  They are also confirming that the man was from Grande Prairie.

The subject was confronted by the male in the stall at the time but got away.  RCMP describe the subject as late 20′s, 5’10″ tall, long slim face, blondish thin hair, and thin build.  The male was wearing blue jeans, green t-shirt and a dark baseball hat.

The Spruce Grove / Stony Plain RCMP is hoping someone will recognize the person in the composite sketch and call the RCMP at 780-968-7267 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Cocaine charges laid

The RCMP’s Tri Municipal Drug Section has arrested Taleashia Johnson, age 21, of Parkland Village, Spruce Grove, Alberta.  She has been charged with trafficking cocaine, possession of marijuana and possession of proceeds of crime.  Johnson was released on cash bail to appear in Stony Plain Provincial Court on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 9:30 AM.

Local police have seen a large increase in the use and trafficking of hard drugs; namely cocaine and methamphetamine in the Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County areas.  The RCMP encourage members of the public to call police with drug information.  Spruce Grove / Stony Plain RCMP drug tip line is 780-968-7212  or call 780-968-7267 if you see an offence occurring.

Spring Lake grow operation

The potential value of the plants seized at this grow would be in the neighborhood of $200,000.00.  RCMP also seized approximately 2 pounds of processed marijuana, approximately five thousand dollars cash, and evidence to support charges relating to trafficking of the marijuana.  In addition RCMP seized a small quantity of psilocybin (magic mushrooms), and hash oil.  Damage to the residence being converted to a grow was extensive.   A female age 35 of Spring Lake, Alberta was arrested at the scene and will face charges of production of controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance for purpose of trafficking, possession of proceeds of crime, and possession of controlled substances.  She will be in Stony Plain Provincial court on November 17, 2010 at 9:30 AM.

Tips from the public to the anonymous Stony Plain RCMP Drug Tip Line were instrumental in identifying this grow op and police would encourage the public to call (780)968-7212 when suspicious activity is observed.

[Source: Stony Plain and Spruce Grove RCMP]

Const. Chelsey Robinson

The Town of Stony Plain has lowered its flag out of respect for Const. Chelsey Robinson of the Stony Plain RCMP Detachment. The 25-year-old officer, originally from Picture Butte, Alta., was killed in a two-vehicle  accident on June 21 while in the line-of-duty.

“This is a sad time and tremendous loss for the Town and the RCMP, but most importantly, to everyone that knew Const. Robinson personally,” said   Ken Lemke, mayor of Stony Plain. “On behalf of council, administration and  our residents, I want to express our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Const. Robinson during this incredibly difficult  tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.”

Const. Robinson had been a regular member of the RCMP for seven months and  had been performing general duties out of the Stony Plain Detachment.

The flag will remain at half-mast until after the funeral.

[Source: Town of Stony Plain]

Cocaine bust in Spruce Grove

Here is a quote from the story:

On Jan. 15, officers from the Tri Municipal Drug Section made three arrests pertaining to an alleged cocaine distribution cell in the area. Over 10 grams of crack cocaine and soft (powder) cocaine as well as over $800 in cash were seized during the arrests.

Alberta Beach dock

The Edmonton Journal is reporting that the body of a dead man was found on Sunday, in Lac St. Anne.  Stony Plain RCMP were on scene that afternoon, but haven’t released any major details about the death.

A quote from the Edmonton Journal article:

“The body was under the water,” Const. Kelly Willett said, but not under the pier. Before an autopsy took place, there was no indication how long the man was in the water before his body was discovered.  No one has been reported missing to police, and no one has been taken in for questioning, Willett said.  The man was not dressed to swim. How long the body was immersed or the circumstances leading to the incident are not yet known.