Crime & Safety
Noose Discovered For 2nd Time At PSEG LI Worksite
A reward of up to $30,000 is available for information leading to an arrest.
HEWLETT, NY — A noose was found for the second time at a shared PSEG Long Island/National Grid worksite in Hewlett.
A PSEG Long Island employee discovered the piece of rope on Monday.
The utility company referred the matter to Nassau County Police and an investigation was started, a spokesperson for PSEG LI said.
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There is a combined reward of up to $30,000 being offered by the county's Crime Stoppers and PSEG Long Island for information regarding this incident.
"Behaviors, acts and symbols of hate like these have no place at PSEG Long Island or the worksites we occupy and will not be tolerated," a PSEG Long Island spokesperson said.
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With details that could lead to an arrest, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or submit a tip online. You can also contact Nassau police at 516 573-2925.
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