Ontario Hospital Heist: Woman Arrested for Stealing From Patients & Staff

Sun Sep 27 2026 18:23:23 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

A 34‑year‑old Burlington woman faces 65 charges after allegedly pilfering items from five Ontario hospitals — a wake‑up call for healthcare security.

Police in Ontario have charged a 34‑year‑old woman named Nassim Eronn with 65 offences following a spree of thefts from patients and staff across five hospitals. The investigation, spanning February 2024 to March 2026, uncovered over 200 stolen items, from medical equipment to everyday clothing. Charges include fraud, theft under $5,000, and breaches of trust, with more victims potentially uncovered. Healthcare providers are urged to review financial records for suspicious transactions. The Ontario Provincial Police are extending the probe, demanding public cooperation.

Ontario Hospital Heist: Woman Arrested for Stealing From Patients & Staff

Police in Ontario have charged a 34‑year‑old woman named Nassim Eronn with 65 offences after she allegedly stole from patients and staff across five hospitals in the province.

The theft spree, reported between February 2024 and March 2026, involved over 200 items, including medical equipment, clothing and electronics.

The Scope of the Crime

Charges include 34 frauds, 13 thefts under $5,000, and multiple breaches of trust and impersonation. OPP investigators say the suspect worked in various roles at the healthcare centres but her exact duties remain unclear.

Hospitals Tied to the Investigation

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital – Apr 2025‑Mar 2026
Headwaters Health Care Centre – Aug 2026‑Sep 2026
Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga Hospital – Aug 2025‑Jul 2026
St Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto – Jul 2024‑Jan 2025
West Park Health Care Centre, Toronto – Feb 2024‑Apr 2024

What to Watch Out For

Owing to the scale of the thefts, investigators are urging anyone who noticed odd activity or suspicious transactions during this period to come forward.

The Ontario Provincial Police note that more victims may yet emerge as the investigation continues.