Lost
lost: Passports in Northern Wisconsin
Bayfield Lighthouse
Lost
listing
Posted
12 days
ago
Description
Lost my passports on Tuesday around 7:15 p.m. while walking the harbor near the Bayfield Lighthouse in Northern WI. They were in a burgundy leather cover tucked inside a small zippered pouch, and I’d last seen them on a bench by the harbor wall. I’m anxious about travel plans and possible delays, especially with an upcoming flight. If found, I’ll be at the Bayfield Lighthouse harbor area again tomorrow morning, hoping someone picked them up and handed them in.
Approximate last-seen location
Bayfield Lighthouse
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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.