Found wrist watches near Courthouse Square, Modesto
Description
On Monday afternoon around 2:40 p.m., I was strolling through Modesto's Courthouse Square when I spotted a small pile of wrist watches under a bench near the fountain. There are three of them: two silver metal bands and one brown leather strap, all with little scratches and initials etched on the backs. I picked them up and checked for a name or numbers, but nothing obvious stood out. I brought them to the downtown lost-and-found at the Modesto Library, hoping the rightful owners would recognize them and come forward. The watches felt like a small anchor of memory in a busy day, and I’d be relieved to see them go home.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the owner before handing it back
- Ask the claimant for a specific identifying detail before confirming.
- If valuable, ask for a photo with matching ID, receipt, or original packaging.
- Never post the precise location publicly. Share it only with a verified owner.
- Do not accept payment to return it. That is a red flag for a scam claim.
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.