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John Heij Retires After 37 Years as Police Officer in Leidschendam-Voorburg
John Heij is retiring after 37 years with the police, concluding his nine-year tenure as a neighborhood officer in Leidschendam and Voorburg. The 56-year-old officer, known for patrolling on his motorcycle, expressed pride in the variety of his work, which ranged from resolving issues with business owners to collaborating with forest rangers on anti-littering operations. Colleagues Ron van Velzen and Wim Geerling praised his accessibility and personal engagement with residents. Heij chose to retire at the peak of his career to preserve positive memories, citing early pension eligibility due to his private situation.
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