Retired Providence, Rhode Island Municipal Court Judge and former “Caught in Providence” star Frank Caprio has died.

According to a statement on his official Facebook page, Caprio died on Wednesday, Aug. 20 after battling pancreatic cancer.

“Beloved for his compassion, humility, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the courtroom and beyond,” the statement reads. “His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him.”

Caprio had served as a Providence Municipal Court judge since 1985, according to his website . He retired in January 2023 and in October of that year, Providence renamed its municipal courtroom after Caprio.

His court is known worldwide due to the nationwide television show

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