A hospital theft investigation spanning five Ontario hospitals has led to 64 criminal charges against a 34-year-old Burlington woman, police say.
The Ontario Provincial Police said the investigation involves alleged thefts and fraudulent transactions affecting patients, visitors and staff members at medical facilities in Orillia, Orangeville, Mississauga and Toronto.
Police announced the charges on Saturday, September 26, 2026, after receiving several complaints and executing multiple search warrants.
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Hospital Theft: What police allege
The accused faces 34 counts of fraud under $5,000 and 13 counts of theft under $5,000, according to police information reported in connection with the investigation.
She also faces seven counts of disobeying a court order, along with single charges of criminal breach of trust, fraud over $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.
The allegations have not been tested in court.
As with all criminal allegations, the accused is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Five hospitals named in the investigation
The alleged incidents took place across several periods between 2024 and 2026.
| Hospital | Location | Period identified by police |
|---|---|---|
| Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital | Orillia | April 2025 to March 2026 |
| Headwaters Health Care Centre | Orangeville | August 2026 to September 2026 |
| Trillium Health Partners | Mississauga | August 2025 to July 2026 |
| St. Joseph’s Health Centre | Toronto | July 2024 to January 2025 |
| West Park Health Care Centre | Toronto | February 2024 to April 2024 |
The range of facilities and dates means investigators are examining complaints connected to different hospital units and not one single incident.
Police say more victims may exist
The OPP said its major crime unit believes additional patients, visitors and employees may have been affected.
Investigators are asking people who attended any of the five facilities during the periods listed above to review their bank and credit-card records for transactions they do not recognize.
Police said significant amounts of property were seized during the execution of multiple search warrants.
The OPP has not publicly released a detailed list of the property recovered or identified the alleged transactions connected to individual victims.
What affected people should do
Anyone who finds a potentially unauthorized transaction should preserve relevant bank statements, receipts, emails and other records before contacting investigators.
Fraudulent transactions or suspected cash theft connected to the hospitals can be reported to the Orillia OPP Major Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122.
The OPP advises people who believe they may have been victims of fraud to report the matter to local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
People should avoid confronting anyone they suspect and should instead provide information directly to police.
Investigation remains active
The OPP said the investigation is continuing and that investigators are seeking information from anyone who may have attended the named hospitals during the identified periods.
Additional charges are possible if investigators identify more victims or obtain further evidence.
Until the case proceeds through court, the charges remain allegations and no finding of guilt has been made.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many charges does the Ontario woman face?
Police say the 34-year-old Burlington woman faces 64 charges, including fraud, theft, disobeying a court order, criminal breach of trust and possession of property obtained by crime.
Which hospitals are part of the investigation?
The hospitals named are Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Headwaters Health Care Centre, Trillium Health Partners, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and West Park Health Care Centre.
Who may have been affected?
Police believe patients, visitors and staff members in various hospital units may be among the potential victims.
What should people do if they find an unauthorized transaction?
They should keep their financial records and report suspected fraudulent transactions or cash theft to the Orillia OPP Major Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122.
Have the charges been proven in court?
No. The allegations have not been tested in court, and the accused is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Fact-Checked: Key facts were checked against Ontario Provincial Police information and current reporting on the active investigation.
Disclaimer: This article reports police allegations and should not be treated as a finding of guilt.