An employee at the Golden Fire Department was fired following outcry from fellow city workers.

The unidentified employee was disciplined after a Snoop Dogg doll was found dangling by a noose in a fire department stairwell.

But, other city workers spoke out that the punishment wasn't suitable, KDVR reported.

“Their feedback made clear that our response did not adequately reflect the seriousness of this incident or the impact it had on our employees and community. We are grateful to the employees who spoke up. Their voices prompted us to reflect on our response and acknowledge that we fell far short in our responsibility to City staff and our community," city officials wrote in a letter to the community.

While the incident occurred in a fire station, the terminated employee was never identified by the city as a firefighter.

"We recognize this was not simply an inappropriate workplace incident. It was an act with deeply painful historical meaning. It can undoubtedly cause fear, anger, grief, and a profound loss of trust. No one should ever question whether they are respected, valued, or safe in a City workplace or while receiving services from the City of Golden..." the city's letter read.