In this episode of Defeating the Darkness, Heather sits down with former FBI agent and police officer Rob Preijers to unpack one of the most harrowing nights of his life. Rob shares the gripping, real-life story of an undercover drug sting gone sideways. An operation that ended in a deadly shootout, a paralyzed suspect, and Rob barely escaping with his life.With raw honesty and sharp detail, Rob recounts how he kept his cool under unimaginable pressure, and how years of training and divine intervention may be the only reason he lived to tell the tale. From posing as a drug buyer to taking out two armed men in seconds, this episode gives you a rare inside look at what really goes down in the world of undercover ops.This is Part 1 of a two-part series. In the next episode, we explore Rob’s path to healing, his FBI career, and his current work as a forensic psychologist.⸻Next Steps:Follow & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don’t miss Part 2 and future survivor-led stories.Learn More About Rob Preijers:Visit Rob’s LinkedIn or search Robert D. Preijers to learn more about his private practice in forensic psychology.Support Heather’s Mission:Get her book Defeating the Darkness or visit heatherbrownlaw.com to help shine a light on survivor stories and justice reform.
In this episode of Defeating the Darkness, Heather sits down with former FBI agent and police officer Rob Preijers to unpack one of the most harrowing nights of his life. Rob shares the gripping, real-life story of an undercover drug sting gone sideways. An operation that ended in a deadly shootout, a paralyzed suspect, and Rob barely escaping with his life.With raw honesty and sharp detail, Rob recounts how he kept his cool under unimaginable pressure, and how years of training and divine inter...