13-year-old cancer patient DJ Daniel becomes honorary Virginia state trooper

RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond was the site of a heartwarming scene Tuesday as Virginia welcomed its newest and youngest first responder.

Governor Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares officially made DJ Daniel an honorary member of Virginia State Police.

The 13-year-old, who has aspired to be an officer, was diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer in 2018 and initially given only a few months to live…

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