Lost scarves in Central NJ
Description
I was leaving the Princeton Public Library on Witherspoon Street at 4:20 p.m. last Saturday, and my two scarves slipped from my coat sleeve and vanished into the afternoon crowd. They’re a simple pair—one charcoal gray, the other deep navy—but they’re the ones I reach for every chilly evening when I walk along Nassau Street. I keep replaying the moment I felt the tug of a breeze and realized they were gone, thinking maybe a kind stranger picked them up, or maybe they’re still somewhere between the stained-glass windows and the old brick storefronts. If you found them around the library steps, the Princeton Record Shop, or by the train station on Hamilton Street, I’d be grateful to hear from you.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
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.