Found microwaves near Georgia Theatre on Broad Street.
Description
I found two microwaves outside the Tate Student Center loading dock around 7:45 p.m. last Friday, Athens, Georgia. They sat on a metal cart near the exit, cords looping over the concrete. I asked a few late-studying neighbors and scanned the surrounding lounges, but no one claimed them. I turned them in to campus security with a note about where and when I found them. It stings to think someone might be missing their kitchen gear after a long lab, but I hope they come back to their home soon. If these are yours, they’re waiting at the campus security desk for pickup when you claim them on the site.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
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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
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- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
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Keep communication on lostandfound.io
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- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
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