In 2021, Officer Derek Layher, while working as a private security guard, reported Eric Virrueta to the police, leading to Virrueta’s arrest. Virrueta alleged that Officer Layher’s report was racially motivated, claiming he was singled out because he is Hispanic. However, the court dismissed the equal protection claim against Officer Layher due to insufficient evidence of discriminatory intent or effect.
[Return to blog post](https://watchaudits.com/officer-derek-layher-huron-police-department/)
.
