Michigan Man Accused Of Embezzling Nearly $1 Million

Ralph Edward Staelgraeve, 45, of Conway Township, Michigan, has been accused of embezzling nearly $1 million from Pasta Per Trio where he had been employed as director of Michigan operations.  Authorities allege that Staelgraeve siphoned funds from the company by cashing rebate checks, among other schemes.  Staelgraeve allegedly spent more than $300,000 at the casino.  An investigation has been proceeding for the past 2 years which is purported to prove that Staelgraeve stole at least $700,000, although the sum is believed to be closer to $1 million.