Found hand tools in Bozeman, Montana, United States.
Description
I was strolling back from the Bozeman Public Library around 4:20 PM last Friday and found a small tool bag wedged under a park bench by Bozeman City Park. Inside were a hammer with a chipped wooden handle, a blue-handled screwdriver set, a yellow tape measure, and a handful of loose nails. The tools looked used and practical, like someone’s late-afternoon project kit. I picked them up and brought them to safety, hoping to reunite them with their owner. If these sound like yours, please take a look at this post and let the site handle the next steps. The moment felt right, and I’d love to see these tools back with the person who meant to hold onto them.
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.