Judge Frank Caprio, the jurist called " the nicest judge in the world ," died Wednesday, Aug. 20, after a battle with pancreatic cancer, his family confirmed through social media.

Frank Caprio judge for the Providence Municipal Court in Rhode Island has died, his son, David Caprio announced. He was 88 years old.

The Rhode Island judge gained fame on social media for his compassionate approach, often listening to drivers who'd gotten parking tickets and giving them a break.