Burke Slater reportedly stole seven medical kits worth $33,000 each from two hospitals, Alexandria, Va.-based Inova Mount Vernon Hospital and one unidentified hospital in Maryland. He attempted to sell the medical kits on eBay.
Mr. Slater had access to operating rooms because he was an employee of a medical supply vendor. It is unclear where he was employed.
Mr. Slater has been charged with grand larceny, possessing stolen property with intent to sell and money laundering. He turned himself in April 25 and was released on bond.
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