A 12-year-old Texas boy battling terminal cancer has been honorarily sworn in to over 900 police departments, fulfilling his dream of becoming a law enforcement officer.
What a gift!
At a Glance
- Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel, diagnosed with brain and spine cancer at age 6, has undergone 13 surgeries
- DJ has received over 900 honorary law enforcement titles from departments worldwide
- Recently sworn in as deputy chief by Alabama police, bringing his total to 905 honorary titles
- His journey includes international recognitions, such as joining Italy’s Carabinieri
A Young Hero’s Incredible Journey
In a heartwarming display of community support, 12-year-old Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel from Texas has captured the attention and admiration of law enforcement agencies across the nation. Diagnosed with brain and spine cancer at the tender age of six, DJ has faced his battle with extraordinary courage, undergoing 13 surgeries in his fight against the disease.
And now he’s an honorary police officer in more than 900 departments across the country. That has to be a record!
Despite the challenges he faces, DJ’s dream of becoming a police officer has inspired an incredible response from the law enforcement community. As of now, over 900 police departments and agencies worldwide have honored DJ with honorary titles, recognizing his bravery and dedication to his dream.
Nationwide Support for DJ’s Dream
The outpouring of support for DJ has been nothing short of remarkable.
By March, he had already been sworn into 821 agencies as an honorary police officer. Recently, DJ’s journey brought him to Alabama, where he joined the Birmingham Police Department and other agencies, pushing his total honorary titles to an astounding 905.
“What I say on a daily basis is – believe in God, stay safe, stay positive, be kind to other people, pray for kids that have cancer, and don’t be mean to people,” DJ told a local radio station on Friday.
DJ’s impact extends beyond national borders. In a testament to the international reach of his inspiring story, he was sworn into Italy’s Carabinieri, the national gendarmerie, in August. This global recognition underscores the universal appeal of DJ’s courage and the power of his dream to unite people across cultures.
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Prayers up for DJ!
