KITCHENER – Authorities in Kitchener, Ont., report that a man has been charged for taking a ceremonial gong from a cancer centre.
Waterloo Regional Police say they got a call earlier Monday about the theft at Midtown hospital.
The man allegedly took the gong from the cancer centre, managed by the Waterloo Regional Health Network, just over a week ago.
Gongs and bells are commonly used by patients in hospital cancer units to celebrate finishing their treatment.
According to police, the 44-year-old suspect faces charges for theft under $5,000 and was detained for a bail hearing.
They mention that the gong is still missing and urge anyone with information to reach out to police.
This report by The Canadian Press was first May 4, 2026.
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