LOST power tools outside Lowe's on Sagamore Parkway East.
Description
I was finishing up a weekend project and stepped away for a moment at 7:30 PM on Friday. When I came back to the yard, my power tools were missing from the toolbox near the Lowe's entrance on Sagamore Parkway East in West Lafayette. The set includes a drill, a circular saw, and a handful of batteries—things I rely on for small repairs around the house. I’m frustrated and worried because these tools aren’t easy to replace and they hold a lot of memory for projects I’ve been saving up for. If someone found them, they would belong to someone who will be grateful to have them back through the site.
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.