Burlington woman faces 65 new fraud and theft charges across five Ontario hospitals
Nassim Eronn, 34, arrested in May, now charged with 36 counts of fraud and 14 counts of theft following search warrants.
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Nassim Eronn, 34, of Burlington, faces 65 additional charges for fraud and theft at five hospitals across Ontario, OPP announced Saturday.
Eronn was first arrested in May on charges of disobeying a court order and making a false statement. The new charges include 36 counts of fraud and 14 counts of theft, plus other offences. Search warrants were executed at locations connected to Eronn, and investigators seized clothing and furniture.
The hospitals involved in the investigation are Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Centre in Toronto, Headwaters Health Care Centre in Orangeville, Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga hospital, and West Park Health Care Centre in Toronto.
OPP have stated there may be additional victims and are asking patients, visitors and staff at these hospitals to check their bank statements for unauthorized transactions. The source material did not specify the total value of alleged fraud and theft across all incidents.
The initial investigation was related to complaints of theft and fraud at Orillia hospital.
At a glance
How many new charges does Nassim Eronn face?
Nassim Eronn faces 65 additional charges, including 36 counts of fraud and 14 counts of theft, plus other offences.
Which hospitals are involved in the investigation?
The investigation involves Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Centre in Toronto, Headwaters Health Care Centre in Orangeville, Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga hospital, and West Park Health Care Centre in Toronto.
What should hospital patients and staff do?
Patients, visitors, and staff at these hospitals should check their bank statements for unauthorized transactions, as OPP have stated there may be additional victims.
