Boy With Terminal Disease Becomes Police Chief for a Day

Jan. 14, 2019
Meet Reno Police Department's newest chief. From the streets to the cells, 9-year-old Ben Anderson took his role seriously.
Meet Reno Police Department's newest chief. From the streets to the cells, 9-year-old Ben Anderson took his role seriously. "Ten months ago today he was diagnosed with a disease called Adrenoleukodystrophy," his mom said. The honorary position was given to the young fighter for just a day, but he's leaving a lasting impression. 

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