Lost Handheld and Console near Rosa Parks Circle
Description
Hello, I am Daniel Reed. I lost my handheld and a console yesterday afternoon in downtown Grand Rapids. Around 4:10 p.m. I last had them in my backpack while I stood near Rosa Parks Circle outside the Grand Rapids Public Library; when I turned around they were gone from the side pocket. The handheld is a Nintendo Switch Lite in a blue case, and the console is an older model with a small scratch on the corner. I rely on late afternoon gaming to unwind after work, and losing them feels frustrating and upsetting. If you have seen them, please consider turning them in at the library desk or the security office nearby.
Approximate last-seen location
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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.