Wanted man arrested and charged following stabbing in St. Albans

The Bay d’Espoir RCMP has arrested 60-year-old Samuel Parkinson of St. John’s following a stabbing that took place on on December 22 in St. Albans.

The victim was treated at the scene by paramedics and was transported to Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Parkinson was identified by the victim and was located intoxicated at a commercial property a short time later.

Upon police arrival and in response to being informed of his arrest, Parkinson threw a number of objects at the police officers and resisted arrest. A taser was used and Parkinson was taken into custody without further incident.

Following his arrest, police confirmed that Parkinson was on parole and that he was wanted by the RNC for escaping lawful custody on November 28, 2024.

Parkinson attended court where his parole was revoked and he was remanded into custody. In relation to this incident, he is charged with:

• Aggravated assault

• Assaulting a police officer

• Resisting arrest

• Uttering threats

• Robbery with an offensive weapon

• Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose

The investigation is continuing. Parkinson will appear in court at a later date.