LOST: Studs in Flint, Michigan
Description
Hi, I’m Maya Collins, a graphic designer living in Flint. I lost a pair of studs after leaving Genesee Valley Center, near the main entrance, around 2:30 pm last Thursday. They’re small gold hoops with delicate moon charms, the ones I wore to celebrate finishing a big project. They were a gift from my grandma, and losing them stings extra because they carry her memory. I looked around the mall’s corridors, by the food court, and even along Saginaw Street, but nothing turned up. If you’ve seen them around the Genesee Valley Center area, please tuck them away somewhere safe until they’re reunited with me.
Approximate last-seen location
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How to safely get your item back
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- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
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