A former nursing student at Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital received a two-year, four-month sentence for stealing from patients and colleagues, with losses totaling at least HK$59,000.
A former nursing student at Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital received a two-year, four-month sentence for stealing from patients and colleagues, with losses totaling at least HK$59,000.
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Leung Ho-fung, 29, was sentenced on Wednesday at the District Court after pleading guilty to 11 counts of theft. The former nursing student admitted to stealing an iPhone, HK$6,500 in cash, and nine credit cards.
The thefts occurred at the Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital, where Leung targeted both patients and his colleagues. The total value of the stolen items and cash amounted to at least HK$59,000 (US$7,517).
Leung's actions involved a pattern of dishonesty during his time at the private hospital. The court considered his guilty plea and the number of offenses when determining the sentence.
His conviction and subsequent sentencing highlight the breach of trust within a healthcare setting. The hospital has not commented on the specific measures being taken in response to the incident.
FAQ
What was the sentence for the former nursing student?
The former nursing student was sentenced to two years and four months in jail.
What did the former nursing student steal?
He stole cash, credit cards, and an iPhone from patients and colleagues.
