Lost: my lamps in Albany, NY
Description
Late Thursday, around 8:15 p.m., I came home to my apartment on Lark Street in Albany and found my two brass lamps missing. They sit on either side of my sofa, and the warm glow they cast has become a small daily comfort after long shifts. I bought them at a yard sale near Washington Park last spring, and they’ve helped me unwind after finals. The living room feels empty without their light, especially on rainy nights. If you saw two lamps—one with a dented brass base and olive-green shades—sitting somewhere nearby or tucked in a closet, please help them find their way back to our home near the Capitol Building area.
Approximate last-seen location
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How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
- Tell a friend or family member where you are meeting and when.
- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
- For high-value items, consider contacting your local police station for advice first.
Keep communication on lostandfound.io
- Use the in-app message thread so there is a record if something goes wrong.
- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.