A dark-haired young American cop, Dee dislikes troublemakers, which is ironic considering he often finds himself in the middle of trouble. His personality can shift from being boisterous and inappropriate to serious and calm in an instant. Despite his mood swings, he deeply cares for those around him. He is in love with Ryo, though he has dated women before; according to Dee, he appreciates various types of women, but Ryo is the only man he truly loves.
Though Dee may come off as rude and intrusive, he holds a strong sense of honor that prevents him from taking advantage of anyone. However, his moral boundaries can sometimes be unconventional. He claims to dislike children but understands Bikky's motives well, often playing the role of the mischievous uncle when Ryo tries to discipline the unruly boy. Dee is fiercely protective of both Carol and Bikky and is well-liked by the children at the orphanage where he and his childhood friend Tommy grew up.
The surname 'Laytner' is fictional; it was inspired by Jess Latener, the cop who found Dee in an alleyway. Even after discovering that Jess wasn't perfect, Dee still saw him as a father figure and proudly adopted a similar name. Dee is on a quest for stability in his life.
