BANGOR, MI — A Hispanic sergeant has filed a lawsuit against the Michigan city where he works, alleging race and age discrimination.
Juan Mata filed a lawsuit against the city of Bangor and City Manager/Police Chief Justin Weber on April 16, demanding a jury trial for discrimination because of how he was treated while employed at the city.
Mata’s lawsuit asks for $25,000 or more in damages. It outlines how he worked for the department under the previous chief and was rehired in 2024 as sergeant — the second-in-command under Weber, who was the acting chief, the lawsuit states…