Lost & found suitcases & luggage in Helena

Lost travel bags near the Capitol steps in Helena

I realized my travel bags were missing at 5:20 PM on Monday, just after I stepped away from the Montana State Capitol steps in Helena. The bags are a large black and gray set, one with a bright blue strap and a red tag I always forget to remove. I had been rushing to catch a flight and must have left them on the sidewalk while I hurried to catch a shuttle. I spent the next hour retracing from the Capitol down Main Street to the bookstore, hoping someone picked them up and kept them safe. I’m holding onto hope they’ll be found and returned, since they carry clothing for the trip and a few keepsakes I’d hate to lose.