John Heaton (The Bill)

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Superintendent John Heaton
Image:Superintendant John Heaton.jpg
First appearance Episode #421 (22/06/2006)
Portrayed by Daniel Flynn
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Occupation Superintendent
Call sign Sierra Oscar 52

John Heaton is a fictional character in the long-running and popular ITV drama The Bill. His callsign is 'Sierra Oscar 52'. He is played by Daniel Flynn.

Heaton became Superintendant at Sun Hill in June 2006, having previously been a Detective Chief Inspector. He is very much a 'hands-on' officer, leading several raids.

He is married to Rhiannon Heaton; they have an adopted child, Charlie.

Heaton is known as a 'cool, level headed officer' and takes crime very seriously.

In 2006 he had an affair with DAC Georgia Hobbs, but ended the relationship when he found out that Rhiannon was also having an affair.

In 2007 John's old enemy and former colleague in the police, Ray Moore, a gangster and club owner, arrives in Sun Hill from Manchester. Knowing how ruthless Moore can be, Heaton sends Rhiannon and Charlie to Bristol for safety.

Preceded by
Adam Okaro
Sun Hill Superintendent
2006 - present
Succeeded by
incumbent