TOMBALL, Texas – Work at an active construction site in Tomball has been halted after workers discovered what appeared to be headstones and evidence of a possible historic cemetery.
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The discovery was made at the location in the 110 block of N. Walnut Street.
The site is the location of an older building which had recently been demolished. The City of Tomball says construction workers were clearing debris from the site when they discovered what appeared to be headstones dating back to the early 1900s.
The contractor notified the city and the area has been secured pending further evaluation.
“The scene has been locked down while the appropriate historical authorities are contacted to assess the discovery and determine the historical significance of the site,” the city said.
The Tomball Police Department has fenced off the site until representatives from the local historical society can conduct their investigation.
“The City of Tomball is committed to treating the site with the utmost respect while the investigation is underway, recognizing that the area may contain the final resting places of individuals’ ancestors. Every effort will be made to protect and preserve the site until its historical significance can be determined,” the city said.