Lost sports equipment bag in Lancaster
Description
I’m Jordan Hayes. I lost a bag containing equipment for various sports after a late practice at Lancaster City High School gym. The items include basketball shoes, knee braces, a couple of lacrosse sticks, and a dusty baseball glove. It happened around 7:00 PM on Tuesday, near the West Chestnut Street entrance to the gym, after we were headed to the bus. I retraced steps through the hallway and outside, but I couldn't find it. Those items matter a lot to me and my routine; I’d be grateful to have them back. If you’ve found anything matching this description, please pass it along 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
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- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
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