(FOX 2) - Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon died from COVID-19 Thursday night at the age of 65. He died at Henry Ford Hospital surrounded by family. He had been placed on a ventilator in late November.
It is rare that a public servant is known by his first name only, but in Detroit, that is how it was with "Benny."
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Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon’s life leaves lasting impact on Detroit
Randy Wimbley takes a look at a life of service from a lifelong Detroiter who was known simply as Benny. The former Detroit police chief and Wayne County sheriff died Thursday at 65.
His death leaves behind a giant loss in law enforcement and in public service in the city. Condolences have come from every area of the state for the lifelong Detroiter.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer called his loss heart-breaking. "Sheriff Napoleon’s love for the people he served was returned many times over. His quick laugh, eager partnership, and candid counsel is what I will miss most. Sharon, Tiffani and his whole family are in my prayers."
Duggan released a statement saying he loved Detroit as much as anyone the mayor has ever known.
"I am shocked and saddened at the loss of one of our city’s greatest public servants and native sons, Benny Napoleon," Duggan said. "I cannot think of a leader in this town who has been more loved and admired than Benny. He was born in the city, served our community courageously his entire adult life, and loved Detroit as much as anyone I’ve ever known. Please keep his daughter Tiffani, his family and friends, and the entire Wayne County Sheriffs Office in your prayers as they struggle with their painful loss."
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy released a statement saying she "cannot imagine a world without him in it."
"He was a beloved, iconic, and respected law enforcement official. He was progressive and he was old school," she said. "He was tough and he had a heart of gold. But most of all, he was a genuine, caring, and loyal friend and colleague. I will miss him forever."
You can continue reading more remarks from officials in Michigan here.
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Brother of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon talks about his death from COVID-19
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Madison Heights police say man stabbed parents after being asked to turn video off, kills stepdad
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According to police, the stabbing happened at an apartment in Madison Heights when Christopher McKinney attacked his parents. Police said he lived at the apartment with his mom and stepdad and was still there when police arrived.
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Madison Heights man arrested for stabbing mom, stepdad after argument over watching a video
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Madison Heights Police said that McKinney watching a video in his parents' room when they asked him to turn it off so they could go to bed.
Investigators said they argued and McKinney pulled a knife, cutting and stabbing both his mother and stepfather. Police said all three were treated for injuries and then taken to the hospital where his stepfather later died.
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