Lost xylophones in Lehigh Valley
Description
I realized my xylophones were missing after I packed up at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, outside the PPL Center in downtown Allentown, Lehigh Valley. The set is a small wooden frame with five bright bars, each a different color. I had just finished a quick practice after work and stepped toward the concession stand to grab a water. When I turned back, the xylophones were gone, as if they had walked away on their own. I keep hearing the soft clack of the bars in my head and my hands feel oddly empty. They’re not just instruments to me; they hold years of late-night practice and small victories.
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.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.