Overview
- DJ Daniel, 13, underwent brain surgery on June 10 and remains in serious condition in the ICU, Harris County Constable Mark Herman said.
- Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman described him as "one of the strongest, bravest young men" when urging the community to lift him up in prayer.
- Diagnosed in 2018 with a prognosis of just months to live, he has since survived 13 prior brain operations and defied the odds.
- In late May, his father revealed that three new tumors had formed, complicating his ongoing treatment.
- Pursuing a lifelong dream to serve, DJ has been sworn in by over 1,300 law enforcement agencies and was named an honorary U.S. Secret Service agent by President Trump in March.