Bernard Kerik, who led NYPD on 9/11 before prison and pardon, has died at 69

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View in Browser Bernard Kerik, who led NYPD on 9/11 before prison and pardon, has died at 69 May 29, 2025 FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed his death Thursday on social media, saying it came "after a private battle with illness." Kerik rose to the pinnacle of law enforcement before a fall so steep that even a city jail named after him was renamed. Read more Today's latest headlines ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.