Judge Frank Caprio, the Compassionate Voice of Justice, Dies at 88

The world is mourning the loss of Judge Frank Caprio, the beloved Providence Municipal Court chief judge who became a global icon through the television series Caught in Providence. Known for blending fairness with kindness, Caprio passed away at the age of 88 after battling pancreatic cancer.

His son, Frank Caprio Jr., Rhode Island’s former General Treasurer, reflected on the family’s grief while honoring his father’s profound influence. He described his father’s enduring generosity and empathy, qualities that resonated far beyond the courtroom and drew millions to his unique style of justice.

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