Lost
Lost suits near the courthouse, Dubuque
Near the Dubuque Welcome Center on 2nd Street
Lost
listing
Posted
19 days
ago
Description
At about 4:30 pm on Tuesday, I realized my two suits were missing from the garment bag I left on a bench near the Dubuque County Courthouse on 2nd Street in downtown Dubuque. The navy bag held a navy suit and a charcoal suit—both essential for back-to-back interviews this week. I scoured along the riverfront and around Library Plaza, hoping they'd turn up somewhere obvious, but no luck yet. I’m hoping someone who found them kept them safe until they can be returned to the Lost and Found.
Approximate last-seen location
Near the Dubuque Welcome Center on 2nd Street
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.