PAMPA, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Gray County Sheriff Michael Ryan died late Friday.

Winegeart Funeral Home in Pampa confirms it happened shortly before 11 p.m.

Officials with the funeral home added that funeral arrangements have not been made yet, and the cause of death is not being released at this time.

Ryan, also known as "Big Mac," first ran for Gray County sheriff in 2016 and again in 2020. Ryan had a long history working in law enforcement, not only as the sheriff but also Pampa Police Officer, School Liaison Officer for Pampa ISD and Fire Marshal.

This story will continue to be updated as more information is released.

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