Film still from the 2000 film 'Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas' (© Universal/Everett/Rex Features)

Real-life Grinch steals presents from children in intensive care unit

12/18/2012

It seems like the Grinch took a detour to London before making his annual trip to Whoville. The staff at the Great Ormond Street children’s hospital was shocked to discover that someone stole 20 Christmas gifts that were meant for its tiny intensive-care patients. "To steal presents … for children too sick to be at home with their families at Christmas is beyond belief," Inspector Neal Anderson said. But, in a wonderful display of Christmas spirit, a "long-term supporter" of the hospital replaced all those DVD players and Nintendo DS game consoles. The officer hopes the thief will "do the decent thing" and return the presents. His (or her) small heart will have to grow three sizes first. [Source]

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