Lost: Work Cases in Rapid City
Description
Saturday at 11:15 a.m., I was loading gear for a site visit in Rapid City, by Main Street near the Dahl Arts Center, when two work cases slipped from the back of my SUV. I looked away for a moment to tie my boot and by the time I turned back, they were gone. One is a black leather briefcase; the other is a rugged black plastic case with a few stickers. They hold important documents, blueprints, and a USB drive with client codes—things I need to keep projects on track. I retraced the block along 5th Street toward the City Center, checked the nearby coffee shop, and even circled Memorial Park, but no sign. If you’ve seen them, I’d appreciate returning them to the site.
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.