Judge Frank Caprio died at age 88 after a “long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer,” according to a statement posted on his Facebook page on Wednesday, Aug. 20. Caprio, known for his compassionate rulings on a local TV show,

Judge Frank Caprio — known for his compassion in the courtroom — has passed away following a fight with cancer. His death was announced via his social media on Wednesday, Aug. 20. “Judge Frank Caprio passed away peacefully at the age of 88 after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer,” the statement on his Instagram began.

Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.