lost toasters in Orange County, CA
Description
Hi, I’m Ava Martinez, and I’ve realized I’ve lost my two toasters. It happened around 3:00 p.m. Saturday near the Costa Mesa Promenade, the sun turning the storefronts gold as shoppers drifted by. The chrome finish and the two chrome knobs are distinctive, and one has a small crack in the glass window; they sit on my kitchen counter at home in matching styles. I miss the morning routine they powered, and I hope they’re waiting somewhere safe. If you found them, I’d be grateful to have them back near the Costa Mesa Promenade information desk or wherever is most convenient for you.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
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.