Published: 19:45 BST, 18 July 2025 | Updated: 19:55 BST, 18 July 2025
Work on the [Tennessee](/news/tennessee/index.html) Titans' new stadium was forced to come to a grinding halt Friday after workers reportedly made a horrifying discovery at the construction site.
Nashville Police have launched an investigation after a noose was found at site of the Titans' new home, according to [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45769898/police-noose-found-titans-new-stadium-site-work-halted).
The Tennessee Builders Alliance, which is leading the building work, has suspended all work after reporting the 'racist' incident to law enforcement.
'This week, a racist and hateful symbol was discovered on our site,' the Tennessee Builders Alliance said in a statement issued to the outlet. 'There is no place for hate or racism in our workplace. We reported the incident to law enforcement, suspended work, and launched an investigation.'
The alliance added that a reward has been offered for 'information leading to the identification of the individual responsible.' All workers will also be required to undergo additional anti-bias training.
The 60,000-seat stadium, which is nestled alongside the Titans' current home on the east bank of the Cumberland River, is currently projected to open in 2027. However, it is unclear how long construction will be halted for following this week's incident and the impact it could have on the project's timeline.
Work on the Tennessee Titans' new stadium was forced to come to a grinding halt Friday
Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell emphasized the importance the city places on workplace safety as he expressed concern over the incident.
'Obviously, this is an environment where we want to try as hard as we can to prevent scenarios that might be fear or hate-based,' O'Connell said in a statement.
'We've taken some steps, both with local policies, state policy, and partnership with them to try, again, to keep temperatures low and prevent hate incidents like this. It is very concerning, there is an open investigation. I know the Titans are cooperating with Metro Nashville Police and we'll see what that investigation turns up.'
More to follow.