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.

Frank Caprio, often described as the "world's nicest judge", has died at the age of 88 after a prolonged battle with pancreatic cancer. Caprio was known for heartfelt and viral courtroom moments on the show "Caught in Providence",

Judge Frank Caprio, who is known for his heartwarming viral court moments, has died. He was 88. According to a statement shared on his official Facebook page, the former Providence, Rhode Island, judge "passed away peacefully at the age of 88 after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.