Outrageous! Christmas Gifts for Children in Hospital Stolen
As reported by Asia One, Wednesday (12/19/2012), police estimate the theft occurred between Friday (14/12) until Monday (17/12) local time. The gifts were placed in one of the hospitals that are not open to the public.
The gifts have been wrapped and provided by the children's hospital which is very famous in the city of London, using charitable funds it receives. The plan, the gifts will be given to children who were treated in the intensive care unit at the hospital.
Indeed, the gift contains electronic items are quite valuable, such as a DVD player, DVD, Nintendo games, and a number of other toys. Responding to this case, Inspector Neal Anderson of London Police or commonly referred to Scotland Yard, called the theft was "hard to believe".
"Stealing the real gift is for children who are ill to celebrate Christmas at home with their families, absolutely unbelievable," said Anderson.
Until now, police are still hunting down the perpetrators. Anderson expects citizens who have information relating to this case to help the police.
"I also urge the thief to re-think their actions and do the honorable thing, return the presents," he said.
In the meantime, in lieu of gifts were missing, the hospital immediately enlisted the help of local philanthropists. Just hours after the case came to light to the public, a generous amount close to the hospital immediately provide Christmas gifts for children recently treated at Great Ormond Street Hospital is.
"We were quite overwhelmed to receive gifts from philanthropists, both individuals and the company, which intends to replace the missing gifts. Missing gifts now been replaced by the generous. Thanks to everyone who has helped us with care and kindness," said hospital spokeswoman.
