Lost wrist watch in Charleston near Market Street
Description
I was walking along Market Street, near the Charleston City Market, at about 4:15 p.m. today when my wrist watch slipped from my wrist and vanished into the crowd. It's a silver-toned face with a black leather band and a small scratch on the bezel. I retraced my steps toward the market stalls and checked the wooden benches lining the street, but I couldn’t find it. It carries sentimental value—it was a gift from my grandmother, and it helped mark many memories of trips to the waterfront. If someone sees it, please keep it safe in this area near the market until I can return later this week.
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
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- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
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