Providence, Rhode Island: Europe and the Arabs - Agencies

Frank Caprio, a former municipal court judge in Providence, Rhode Island, USA, has died at the age of 88. He gained worldwide fame for his compassionate approach to cases on the popular show "Caught in Providence," where he handled minor offenses with humor and compassion. His family confirmed that he "passed away peacefully" after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
Caprio was known for his compassion for justice. In his courtroom, people were judged not only for their mistakes but also for their circumstances. He gained millions of followers on social media thanks to short videos in which he waived fines, engaged children in the courtroom, and advocated for those in need. His motto, "We can do justice without oppression," became a guiding principle of his work. According to Belgian media in Brussels and the Associated Press,
In addition to his television work, Caprio used his platform to raise awareness of structural inequalities in the justice system. He noted that nearly 90% of low-income Americans face legal challenges, such as health care, evictions, and traffic violations, without assistance. Caprio began his career in 1985 and served as a judge until his retirement in 2023. He grew up in a modest family in Providence, combining his work as a teacher with evening law studies. His death sparked widespread reactions from politicians and citizens. Governor Dan McKee described him as "a symbol of compassion in the judicial arena."