Update (1:52 p.m.)
We’re learning the powdered substance has been tested and police determine it is non-toxic and does not pose as a safety risk.
Honda spokesman Anita Sipes says the substance was discovered along with a written note inside the manufacturing facility. State and local authorities were notified immediately.
“Because the health and safety of our associates and their families is our highest priority, we stopped production during testing,” Sipes said.
The Greensburg plant is working with law enforcement to investigate the criminal nature of the note.
Production has resumed at the plant, Sipes added.
First Report (12:30 p.m.)
GREENSBURG, Ind. – An “unknown substance” was discovered at the Honda Plant in Greensburg Thursday morning.
Greensburg Police and state troopers were called after the powder substance was found at the manufacturing plant.
Spokesman Anita Sipes said a line had been shut down.
Stay tuned to WRBI for any new details in this developing story.
