Driver apologizes for driving with noose hanging from truck in San Leandro

SAN LEANDRO, Calif. (KGO) -- A driver has apologized, after being spotted driving around San Leandro with a noose hanging from his pickup.

Police found the driver and gave him some "social education." The man told officers he meant no harm by displaying the symbol associated with the lynching of African-Americans.

Authorities say he does not live or work in San Leandro.