00:00Bernard B. Carrick, the former New York City police commissioner who led the department through the darkest hours of the September 11th terrorist attacks, has died at the age of 69.
00:10Appointed by Mayor Rudy Giuliani in 2000, Carrick quickly became a national figure during the 9-11 tragedy as the world watched New York City respond to an unprecedented act of terror.
00:21With his commanding presence and deep connection to the NYPD rank and file, Carrick stood at the forefront of the city's emergency response efforts, helping to coordinate rescue operations and restore order amidst chaos.
00:35Carrick's tenure as commissioner was marked by both praise and controversy.
00:39Before becoming police commissioner, he served as the city's correction commissioner and had built a reputation as a tough, hands-on leader.
00:47On September 11th, he was seen alongside Giuliani navigating the smoldering ruins of the Twin Towers, providing not only operational leadership, but also a symbolic sense of resilience.
00:59For many New Yorkers, he became a face of courage during one of the city's darkest chapters.
01:04After leaving public office, Carrick remained in the national spotlight.
01:08In 2004, he was nominated to head the Department of Homeland Security, but withdrew amid revelations about legal and ethical issues.
01:16In 2010, he served time in federal prison for tax fraud and making false statements.
01:23Despite his legal troubles, Carrick continued to speak out on law enforcement, prison reform, and national security, often appearing in the media and maintaining a loyal following.
01:34Carrick's life was one of dramatic rises and falls, a former street cop who rose to the pinnacle of law enforcement only to face personal and professional setbacks.
01:43Yet through it all, he remained closely associated with the bravery and tragedy of September 11th.
01:50His passing marks the end of an era, but his role in one of the most pivotal moments in American history will not be forgotten.
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