Lost appliances in Elmira-Corning, NY
Description
On Saturday at 9:40 PM I was tidying the kitchen in my Maplewood Apartments unit on West Water Street, Elmira, when I realized my appliances were missing. The blender, toaster, and small coffee kettle had been on the counter by the window, and now the space is bare. These aren’t just gadgets to me; they’re what I rely on to cook for my son and keep our evenings sane after long days. I’m worried someone new to the building might’ve walked off with them, or they were slipped into a hallway by mistake. If you saw someone carrying a bag of appliances near the West Water Street entrance or in the 3rd-floor hallway around that time, please share what you know. I’m hoping for any clue.
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.