Marple Newtown Patch wants you to get to know your first responders. They do dangerous work and Patch would like to recognize them. Meet police officer Gregory deSimone who is a patrolman with the .
Name: Gregory deSimone
Age: 32
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Hometown: Broomall
Rank/Title: Patrolman
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How long have you been with the Marple Police Department?
Since May of 2004.
What do you like about your job?
It’s a good community to live in and to work in.
What do you dislike about your job?
Working holidays.
What inspired you to become a police officer?
I like helping others. I'm the first one in my family to be an officer. I just didn’t think the Monday through Friday, 9-5 thing was for me. Seemed like this was my type of job.
What do you like about the Marple Newtown area?
It's a good area and a good school district. It's also a good place to raise a family. The area has a low crime rate, thanks to the Marple police.
What do you want the general public to know about the Marple Police Departmet?
We work hard. We do our best to keep the town and residents safe.
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