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Buffalo Mourns Former Police Commissioner Rocco Diina, 75
10/7/2025
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Story summary
- Rocco Diina, 75, died after battling pancreatic cancer, prompting mourning in Buffalo.
- He served as Buffalo Police Commissioner from 1998 to 2005, appointed by Mayor Anthony Masiello.
- Masiello praised Diina for integrity and dedication to public safety.
- Acting Mayor Scanlon and the Buffalo Police Department offered condolences.
- Diina was a lifelong Buffalo resident and advocate for community policing.
