‘It’s time for us to send some help his way;’ DeKalb firefighter diagnosed with stage 4 cancer

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A DeKalb County firefighter is fighting colon cancer at the young age of 30.

Peter Le, a former Marine and current DeKalb County firefighter, is undergoing chemotherapy.

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The news of Le’s cancer was unveiled after he underwent a colonoscopy.

The results of the colonoscopy revealed he had stage 4 colon cancer, which had also spread to his liver.

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As of Friday, a GoFundMe for Le’s medical expenses had raised more than $13,000 of a $25,000 goal.

The GoFundMe said Le is feeling well and remaining optimistic during this challenging time.

Doctors have recommended Le take an aggressive approach.

To follow along with Le’s journey, click here.

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