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Callous thieves take toys meant for kids' hospice
3:05pm Tuesday 9th September 2008
Comments (6)THIEVES have stolen toys stored in Basingstoke for terminally-ill children.
The toys were destined for Naomi House Children's Hospice, in Sutton Scotney, and had been donated by The Walt Disney Company to local charity The Link.
David Kamsler MBE, who runs The Link charity single-handed, said: "It is a dreadful thing to do as some of the toys would have been ideal for the children - they would have been delighted with them."
He said the two boxes of stolen goods were all branded and included toys, interactive books and clothes.
The 83-year-old added: "It was for their enjoyment and to help with their quality of life."
Police say a witness saw two youths entering the garage in Gershwin Road, Brighton Hill, between 1.30pm and 2.30pm on Tuesday, August 19.
Pc Kate Towerton, from Basingstoke police station, said: "These items should have been distributed to charity but have been stolen by callous thieves.
"I would like to hear from anyone who may have seen the burglary, or anyone who has been offered Walt Disney items for sale, as they may have information that can help us with our investigation."
The two youths were seen walking away from the garage towards the nearby shopping precinct.
The first is described as white, aged about 17, 5ft 8ins tall and of large build with short brown hair. He had a bicycle with him.
The second is also about 17, of similar height, with almost-white spiky hair. He was wearing a blue jacket and carrying a black rucksack with a white logo Anyone with any information is asked to contact Pc Towerton, at Basingstoke police station, on 0845 045 4545 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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bagpuss9, Basingstoke says...
11:28am Wed 10 Sep 08
I wouldn't say it is a sob story, more a sad reflection on how society is today.
I actually think this sort of thing is disgusting!
BonzoDog, local says...
1:22pm Wed 10 Sep 08
I feel sorry for them, but this is a regular occurrence, so maybe better security is called for?
Cynic, Hants says...
7:36pm Wed 10 Sep 08
bagpuss9 wrote:Newspapers are supposed to give a fair and accurate report of any incident so should be referring to any forced entry. However, I do know from my own experience in this work that some editors are more economic with the truth than others.
Cynic...just because it doesn't say anything about a forced entry, doesn't mean there wasn't one! Ever heard of word limits for newspaper articles?? I wouldn't say it is a sob story, more a sad reflection on how society is today. I actually think this sort of thing is disgusting!
I also agree that, if true, it is a sad reflection on society ... but the second half of the year has an annoying habit of uncovering stories such as this in the hope of gaining both sympathy and donations.
Alan, Basingstoke says...
5:13pm Mon 15 Sep 08
Many schools and businesses have been helped over its time and I know of many individuals who David has assisted through the charity.
I suggest that one of the things a cynic should do is GET HIS FACTS RIGHT! otherwise he only comes over as a mindless moron who has nothing better to do with his time except put people down who are trying to build up the community (last weeks topic!) in this pathetic town. where its time that the police got off their arses, out of their cars, and tried to do something about the high rate of petty theft.
Then the courts need to grow balls and come out with some decent punishments not slapped wrists and sent out with community orders.
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hilaryj70, Portsmouth says...
8:32pm Sat 20 Sep 08
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Cynic, Hants says...
7:27pm Tue 9 Sep 08
Last week it was pet food stolen from an animal sanctuary in Southampton. This week it is toys stolen from a children's charity in Basingstoke. Am I being cynical, or are we already in the run up to Christmas with such sob stories?
I'm sure teenagers, yobs or not, have better things to do than think about Mickey Mouse and Eeyore. One of them apparently had a bicycle ... have you ever tried cycling while carrying a (presumably) large box at the same time?
And one more thing sounds rather suspicious if you ask me. The toys were presumably stored in an UNLOCKED garage because there are no reports of a forced entry (at least no public reports).
I'm sure the 83 year old does a good job for charity, but if he forgot to lock the garage door perhaps he forgot where he put the boxes too!