What Happened to Derrick Ward? NBC Reporter Passes Away
ComingSoon.netStory by Ishita Verma
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Veteran NBC news reporter Derrick Ward passes away at 62, leaving the media world in mourning and his colleagues remembering him as a beloved friend and colleague.
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- Ward's family revealed he died on January 7, 2025 after suffering complications from a recent cardiac arrest, in the presence of his loved ones.
- During his illustrious career, Ward covered major events like the Washington sniper shootings, 9/11 attacks on the Pentagon, and Iran-Contra hearings, and was described as 'an inspiration and cherished member' of his community.
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Derrick Ward, NBC, WAMU, WPFW