Found: Trading Cards near Michigan Union
Description
I found them at 2:15 p.m. on Tuesday, scattered on the sidewalk in front of the Michigan Union on State Street, right near the bustle of campus life. The collection has a mix of baseball and fantasy cards, some glossy, others a bit worn, with a few corners bent from being carried around in a backpack. I remember when I traded cards with friends as a kid, and I felt a rush of nostalgia, yet also a sense of responsibility to get these back to someone who wants them back. I tucked them into a protective sleeve and posted them here, hoping the owner sees this and claims them through the site.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the owner before handing it back
- Ask the claimant for a specific identifying detail before confirming.
- If valuable, ask for a photo with matching ID, receipt, or original packaging.
- Never post the precise location publicly. Share it only with a verified owner.
- Do not accept payment to return it. That is a red flag for a scam claim.
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.