Found an item? Your responsibilities

What to do when you find someone else's property — your responsibilities and how to return it safely.

Found something in Daytona Beach? Handling it responsibly protects both you and the owner. Rules vary by location, but the principles are consistent.

Make a reasonable effort to find the owner. Check for ID, contact details, or anything that identifies who it belongs to.
Don't assume it's yours to keep. Keeping found property without trying to return it can have legal consequences. When in doubt, hand it in.
Hand valuables to the authorities. Report significant or high-value finds to the police non-emergency line for Daytona Beach; they'll log it and may issue a reference.
Store it safely. Keep the item secure and unchanged while you try to return it.
Post a found listing. Add a found-item listing for Daytona Beach with enough detail for the real owner to identify it — while holding back one verifying detail.

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Recent reports in Daytona Beach

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Found dog leash near Daytona Beach Boardwalk

I found these leashes near the Daytona Beach Boardwalk today around 9:15 a.m. A black nylon leash with a red grip and a blue leash were lying tangled on the railing by the seawall near the pier just outside the souvenir shops. I figured someone must be looking for them after their dog wandered off for a moment. If these belong to you, I’m glad they’re here so they can be reunited through the site.

near the Daytona Beach Boardwalk and Pier 12 days ago

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Found keyboards near Daytona Beach Boardwalk

I found a set of keyboards this afternoon while strolling along the Daytona Beach Boardwalk, around 2:10 PM, near the Bandshell on Beach Street. They were sitting on a bench beside a vending cart, with a few sticky notes still attached and a black carrying case nearby. They look like gear a local musician or student might use, a little dusty but in decent shape. I picked them up and brought them to a safe spot just off the boardwalk, away from the gusty sea breeze. I hope the owner will recognize the item and that it finds its way home.

Boardwalk near the Bandshell on Beach Street 16 days ago

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FOUND: Gym Bags in Daytona Beach

I was walking along the Daytona Beach Boardwalk at 6:45 this morning when I spotted a gym bag left on a bench near the Main Street Pier. The bag is a black nylon tote with a bright yellow strap and a water bottle peeking out of the side pocket. I carried it to the security desk in the Ocean Center lobby around 7:10 a.m., hoping the owner would see this post and recognize their belongings. If the owner is reading this somewhere in Daytona Beach, Florida, United States, I hope you find it quickly.

near the Main Street Pier about 1 month ago

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Found organizers near Daytona Beach Boardwalk

I found a set of plastic organizers tucked under a bench near the Daytona Beach Boardwalk, around 11:30 a.m. this morning, near the Ocean Center. They look like a compact travel kit for cords and small gear. It seemed likely someone was rummaging through bags in a hurry, so I picked them up and kept them in a safe place for now. If you recognize these, I hope they belong to you and can be reclaimed soon.

Near the Daytona Beach Boardwalk, by the Ocean Center about 2 months ago

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Black satin tuxedo jacket with matching trousers

Found this morning around 7:15am in the parking lot behind the Ocean Center on Beach Street near the Boardwalk in Daytona Beach. It’s a black satin tuxedo jacket, size 42R, with shiny satin peak lapels, and a matching pair of trousers tucked in a garment bag. There’s a small gold cufflink in the jacket pocket and a subtle monogram 'LW' stitched on the inside lining. The suit looks well cared for, a little crease from sitting in the bag, but otherwise in great shape. I know this kind of formal wear can mean a lot to someone who has a special event, so I’d be glad to reunite it with its owner. Email [email protected] if this is yours and we’ll arrange a safe drop-off.

Daytona Beach 4 months ago

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Gray Nike windbreaker jacket found near Daytona Beach Pier

Found a gray Nike windbreaker, size M, with a small pink zipper pull and an embroidered turtle on the inner sleeve. I found it this afternoon around 3:15pm near the Daytona Beach Boardwalk by the Pier on Atlantic Ave. The jacket looks barely worn, with a faint salt stain on the hem but otherwise in good condition. It seems like it might belong to someone who cares about it—it could mean a lot to the owner, especially if it was a gift or your go-to piece for chilly evenings. If this is yours, shoot me a message here with any distinguishing features or the brand/size, and we can arrange pickup nearby.

Daytona Beach 4 months ago