Ontario Provincial Police have laid 65 new charges against a Burlington woman accused of stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across the province, according to multiple outlets.
Global News reported that police believe the thefts occurred at various hospitals and that the force's major crime unit is still investigating, with authorities saying there may be more victims among patients, visitors and staff members.
The Toronto Sun reported the case involves theft and fraud allegations tied to five Ontario hospitals, describing the suspect, according to the outlet, as a 'ruthless criminal.'
Details on the woman's identity beyond her being from Burlington, the exact dates of the alleged incidents, and further specifics of the charges were not provided in the available reports.
How each side covered it
Left
- CBC News reported 65 new charges against a Burlington woman tied to hospital incidents across Ontario.
- The report attributed the charges to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
“Burlington woman facing 65 new charges over slew of incidents at hospitals across Ontario: OPP” — CBC News
Center
- BBC News and Global News both reported theft targeting patients and staff at multiple Ontario hospitals.
- Global News noted police believe there may be additional victims among patients, visitors and staff.
- Global News reported the major crime unit's investigation is ongoing.
“Police say their major crime unit is still investigating and believe there are more victims who were patients, visitors, and staff members at various hospitals.” — Global News
Right
- The Toronto Sun described the accused as a 'ruthless criminal' facing theft and fraud allegations.
- The outlet specified the case involves five Ontario hospitals.
“'Ruthless criminal' accused of theft and fraud at five Ontario hospitals” — Toronto Sun
Questions readers ask
What happened at the Ontario hospitals?
Ontario Provincial Police charged a Burlington woman with 65 new offences after accusing her of stealing from patients, visitors and staff at hospitals across the province.
How many hospitals were involved?
The Toronto Sun reported that five Ontario hospitals were involved in the theft and fraud allegations, though other outlets did not specify a number.
Is the investigation ongoing?
Yes, according to Global News, police say their major crime unit is still investigating and believes there may be more victims among patients, visitors and staff.
What did different outlets emphasize about the case?
Center outlets like Global News and BBC News focused on the scope of charges and ongoing investigation, while the right-leaning Toronto Sun used stronger language, describing the accused as a 'ruthless criminal.'
Sources · 5 outlet reports
- CBC NewsLeft-leaningBurlington woman facing 65 new charges over slew of incidents at hospitals across Ontario: OPP
- BBC NewsCenterWoman charged with stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across Ontario
- BBC SportCenterWoman charged with stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across Ontario
- Global NewsCenterOnt. woman accused of stealing from hospital staff, patients faces dozens of charges
- Toronto SunRight-leaning‘Ruthless criminal’ accused of theft and fraud at five Ontario hospitals