Lost USB drives in Fort Myers area
Description
On Monday around 1:15 PM, I realized two USB drives were missing from my tote while I was leaving the Edison Mall area in Fort Myers. I had been at a cafe near First Street and Pine Street earlier, then walked toward the River District to pick up a package, and I fear one of the drives slipped from my bag on the cafe table. The drives hold a presentation and client notes, and I’m anxious about the data and deadlines. I retraced my steps along Riverside Avenue and Fort Myers River District, but I didn’t find them. If someone found them, I’d be grateful for the return; the timing is tight and I’m stressed.
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.