Parkland RCMP charge suspect in Spruce Grove armed robbery case

Community Safety Alert for Spruce Grove and Parkland County

Parkland RCMP have arrested and charged a 52-year-old man from Wabamun, Alberta, in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at a licensed establishment in Spruce Grove. The incident took place at approximately 2:30 a.m. on September 13, 2025, and involved the use of an imitation firearm.

After an extended investigation led by the Parkland RCMP General Investigation Section, officers identified a suspect and laid multiple charges related to the robbery and the use of an imitation weapon. The accused has been remanded in custody, with a scheduled court appearance at the Alberta Court of Justice in St. Albert on March 25, 2026.

Official RCMP Incident Details

According to the official information released by Parkland RCMP, officers responded to a reported armed robbery at a licensed premise in Spruce Grove during the early morning hours of September 13, 2025. The suspect allegedly used an imitation firearm and wore a disguise during the commission of the offence.

A 52-year-old resident of Wabamun, Alberta, has been formally charged with the following offences:

• Robbery involving the use of an imitation firearm
• Using an imitation firearm while committing an offence
• Wearing a disguise with the intent to commit an offence

The accused has been remanded into custody. The next court appearance is set for March 25, 2026, at the Alberta Court of Justice in St. Albert.

Imitation Firearm Image

The RCMP have released an image labeled as an imitation firearm connected to this investigation:

Image provided by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

How to Share Information with RCMP or Crime Stoppers

Parkland RCMP continue to encourage community members to report any information related to this incident or other criminal activity in the region. If you have details that could assist investigators, contact:

• Parkland RCMP Detachment: 825-220-7267
• Crime Stoppers (Anonymous): 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)

Anonymous tips can also be submitted online through the P3 Tips portal at www.P3Tips.com or via the “P3 Tips” mobile app, available through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, incidents involving imitation firearms remain a serious concern because they create the same fear and potential for violence as real weapons. Robberies targeting licensed premises, especially in the overnight hours, can have lasting impacts on workers, patrons, and nearby residents in Spruce Grove and the broader Parkland County area. For a broader view of crime trends and local risk factors in this region, residents can review our Parkland County crime statistics and safety data to better understand patterns over time.

To enhance personal and community safety, CrimeCanada.ca encourages businesses and residents in Alberta to: maintain good lighting and surveillance around commercial properties, train staff on robbery response procedures, promptly report suspicious behaviour near licensed premises, and support investigations by sharing accurate information with police. While this suspect has been charged and remains in custody, community vigilance and timely reporting continue to be critical in preventing similar offences and in supporting safer neighbourhoods across Alberta.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the alberta community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.