After a 3-month long investigation the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office arrested Ethan Grant Guyer JR, 59 of Elgin on March 18, 2025. Guyer is being charged with 2 counts of Theft in the 2nd Degree (Felony), Fraudulent Practice 1st Degree (Felony) and Meat and Poultry License Violation (Simple Misdemeanor). Guyer was transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was later released. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Iowa Department of Agriculture, and the Iowa Meat and Poultry Inspection Bureau. This investigation is still ongoing, and more charges may be filed.