The Mystery on Albion Road
- Aug 25, 2021
- 41:31
- Full Episode
<p>In this Dateline classic, investigators try to piece together events that led to a woman being found on the side of a road covered in blood and severely brain damaged. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on March 25, 2011.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Kristen Grindley was found injured on Albion Road, leading to an investigation into her boyfriend Richard Pasma's possible involvement.
Key points
- A Mysterious Accident. Kristen Grindley is found unconscious and injured in the road, sparking a desperate search for answers.
- The Boyfriend's Alibi. Richard Pasma, Kristen's boyfriend, claims he was searching for her after she went missing.
- Kristen's Recovery. Kristen begins to regain consciousness and her family hopes for her memory to return.
- A Dramatically Different Theory. A new theory emerges about Kristen's injuries, shifting blame back to her.
- Richard Charged. After months of investigation, Richard Pasma is charged with a felony.
- The Alford Plea. Richard Pasma enters an Alford plea, avoiding admission of guilt while acknowledging evidence.
Episode highlights
- A Mysterious AccidentKristen Grindley is found unconscious and injured in the road, sparking a desperate search for answers.“What possibly happened to this girl and why she was out there alone?”0:18Aug 25, 2021
- The Boyfriend's AlibiRichard Pasma, Kristen's boyfriend, claims he was searching for her after she went missing.“First impressions were that he knew exactly what happened.”17:42Aug 25, 2021
- Kristen's RecoveryKristen begins to regain consciousness and her family hopes for her memory to return.“Each felt like a little miracle.”18:33Aug 25, 2021
- A Dramatically Different TheoryA new theory emerges about Kristen's injuries, shifting blame back to her.“Unfortunately, the person that caused Kristen Grindley's injuries was Kristen Grindley.”26:06Aug 25, 2021
- Richard ChargedAfter months of investigation, Richard Pasma is charged with a felony.“Richard stood accused of leaving the scene of an injury accident.”38:13Aug 25, 2021
- The Alford PleaRichard Pasma enters an Alford plea, avoiding admission of guilt while acknowledging evidence.“He acknowledged there was sufficient evidence for a jury to find him guilty.”38:55Aug 25, 2021






