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The signs were found bolted to bus stops along Colfax Avenue, according to RTD.
DENVER — Racist and anti-migrant signs were found Thursday morning bolted to three bus stops along East Colfax Avenue, according to the Regional Transportation District (RTD).
An RTD bus driver first reported one of the signs about 5 a.m., according to RTD. The metal signs were attached to the bus stop’s pole at East Colfax Avenue and Oneida Street in Denver.
Two other signs were found at bus stops near the intersections of East Colfax Avenue and Garfield and of East Colfax Avenue and Yosemite Street, RTD said. RTD is coordinating with Denver Police to investigate each incident.
“RTD strongly condemns the hateful, discriminatory message portrayed by the signs,” the agency said in a release. “There is no place for racism or discrimination at RTD or within the communities we serve. The signs do not reflect the organization’s adopted values or promote a welcoming transit environment for all, nor should such vile messaging be tolerated or supported by anyone.”
“The Denver Police Department was made aware of the racist signs this morning and is actively investigating in partnership with RTD,” DPD said in an email. “DPD is handling this case as a bias-motivated crime and are collecting evidence with the goal of holding the perpetrator accountable.”
Similar signs were found at Chicago Transit Authority bus stops. RTD is reaching out to other transit agencies around the country to determine who is involved in the coordinated racist activity.
Anyone who saw suspicious behavior near the RTD bus stops early Thursday morning is asked to contact RTD. Anonymous reports can be made using RTD’s Transit Watch app or by calling Transit Police dispatch at 303-299-2911. Tipsters can also text 303-434-9100.
“As a community, we must stand united against hate in all its forms,” the Denver City Council said in a statement Thursday. “The recent appearance of racist signs in Denver is deeply troubling and does not reflect the values of our city. Denver is a place of inclusivity, diversity, and respect, and we will not tolerate messages of division or hate. We stand with all residents in condemning these acts and reaffirm our commitment to building a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and heard. Let’s continue to uplift one another and stand strong against racism.”
> A photo of one of the signs is below:
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