Crime & Safety

Police Commander Harry Bekiaris To Retire

Commander has served Northbrook for just under three decades.

Northbrook Police Commander Harry Bekiaris announced this week he will retire on July 3 after 29 years of service with the village.

With Bekiaris’ retirement, Detective Sergeant Dan Strickland will be promoted to the position of Commander, and Detective Matt Szymanski to Sergeant.

A promotional ceremony will be held at the Village Hall on Thursday, July 2, at 9 a.m.

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