RILEY COUNTY—Residents of Riley County and members of the Manhattan Fire Department and law enforcement community are mourning the loss of Manhattan Fire Captain Wayne Braun.

According to a social media report, Braun lost his 2-year battle with cancer on Sunday afternoon.

Rest In Peace Captain Braun. The Manhattan community has lost a brave firefighter who fought until the end with integrity. We are honored to have worked with you serving this city. https://t.co/2Jeq3yLQTB

— RCPD (@RileyCountyPD) September 3, 2018

Funeral arrangement have not been announced.