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DA Thompson says he has cancer

Brooklyn District Attorney Kenneth Thompson announced Tuesday that he has cancer, but he did not specify what kind. In a statement, he said that Chief Assistant Eric Gonzalez will lead the DA's office

News 12 Staff

Oct 5, 2016, 12:03 AM

Updated 2,999 days ago

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Brooklyn District Attorney Kenneth Thompson announced Tuesday that he has cancer, but he did not specify what kind.
In a statement, he said that Chief Assistant Eric Gonzalez will lead the DA's office when he's gone for treatment and recovery.
"As a man of intense faith, I intend to fight and win the battle against this disease," the statement read. "I humbly seek your sincere prayers as I confront this challenge."
He also asked for privacy for his family.