WINDSOR, Conn. (1010 WINS) -- An Amazon construction site in Connecticut was shut down after an 8th noose was found, the Greater Hartford NAACP confirmed on Wednesday.
The noose was found under electrical materials, according to a statement from Amazon spokesperson Nikki Forman.
“Hate, racism or discrimination have no place in our society and are certainly not tolerated in any Amazon workplace — whether it be under construction like this one, or fully operational," Forman said.
Windsor police later said the noose was mixed in with other electrical cords used for lighting the job site. They said the cords were being stored on a pallet haven't been used for more than two weeks.
When a worker went to detangle the light cords, he found a short piece of rope that had a noose tied to one end. He then reported it and officers on site responded.
"Due to the serious nature of this and previous incidents at this site, all construction activities were ceased, workers were removed from the building and were briefed on today’s incident. The FBI and the Connecticut State Police both responded to assist with today’s discovery and to conduct a complete canvass of the facility," Windsor police said.
The site reopened earlier this week and according to Forman, it was shut down to allow the FBI to continue their investigation.
It was not clear how long they will be closed.
"We will continue to work with all levels of law enforcement as well as our development partners, to hold the perpetrators accountable and ensure that all members of our community feel valued, respected, and safe,” Forman added.
Police are treating the incident as a hate crime with over 100 employees of the construction site have been interviewed, as the FBI's Civil Rights Division continues with their investigation.
The construction company and Amazon are also offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to finding the person responsible.
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