GLENDALE (AZFamily) — A Glendale police officer who once faced devastating injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder and the threat of forced retirement is now celebrating his health and a major promotion — a journey he said came down to one thing: choice.

Two years ago, Officer Wade Kamman was taken off patrol after a motorcycle crash. Today he is a lieutenant with the Glendale Police Department and is reflecting on how the lowest point in his life became a turning point.

“Throughout high school and then in college, I took some criminal justice classes and it piqued my interest,” Kamman said.

That interest led him to the Glendale Police Department — a positive decision but not an easy path.

“I really believe that I’m where I’m meant to be,” Kamman said. “It’s tough because I really lo

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