The journey of an officer who turned an ambush into a catalyst for change – Police1

Most would assume that being shot in the line of duty – and then treated unfairly by his commander following the shooting – would lead to negative consequences. But anyone who talks to Tom Weitzel sees clearly that he loves law enforcement and the officers he served. In retirement, he has been focused on getting legislation through to make the murder of a police officer a federal offense, and counsels families after losing a loved one in the line of duty.