After 25 years of service, a central Illinois game warden is handing in his badge.

DNR Conservation Police Captain John Williamson is retiring. Thinking back on his 20-plus years in all corners of Illinois, he remembers finding a mountain lion as one of the craziest experiences of his tenure. 

Capt. Williamson has spent time with the DNR across the entire state and emphasizes how much the job changes with time and location. 

Capt. Williamson's retirement will be effective this week after 25 years of service.