Paralyzed Peoria officer stands for National Anthem

Honor Guard Investigator Bill Weigt presented the American Flag at the Special Olympics Arizona opening ceremonies Friday night. [Photo courtesy Peoria Police Department]

PEORIA – Peoria Police Department Honor Guard member Investigator Bill Weigt was able stand for the National Anthem for the first time in nearly 14 years. A new wheelchair helped Weight stand and present the American Flag at the Special Olympics opening ceremony.

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