Bernard Kerik, who served as New York City's police commissioner during the 9/11 attacks, has passed away at age 69 after a battle with illness. Known for his leadership during a pivotal time, he later faced legal troubles, pleading guilty to tax fraud in 2010. His sentence included three years in prison, followed by a presidential pardon in 2020. Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani mourned his loss, describing him as a brother and acknowledging his impact, both as a police commissioner and as a person in Giuliani's life.
I was a better man for having known Bernie. I certainly was a braver and stronger man.
During Kerik's sentencing, the judge noted that he committed some of the crimes while serving as 'the chief law enforcement officer for the biggest and grandest city this nation has.'
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