Found an item? Your responsibilities

What to do when you find someone else's property — your responsibilities and how to return it safely.

Found something in Reno / Tahoe? Handling it responsibly protects both you and the owner. Rules vary by location, but the principles are consistent.

Make a reasonable effort to find the owner. Check for ID, contact details, or anything that identifies who it belongs to.
Don't assume it's yours to keep. Keeping found property without trying to return it can have legal consequences. When in doubt, hand it in.
Hand valuables to the authorities. Report significant or high-value finds to the police non-emergency line for Reno / Tahoe; they'll log it and may issue a reference.
Store it safely. Keep the item secure and unchanged while you try to return it.
Post a found listing. Add a found-item listing for Reno / Tahoe with enough detail for the real owner to identify it — while holding back one verifying detail.

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Recent reports in Reno / Tahoe

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Found radios near the Reno Arch on Virginia Street

I was strolling along the Reno Riverwalk at 4:15 PM on Tuesday when I spotted a pair of radios sitting on a bench by the Reno Arch. They’re boxy, with weathered black casings and a couple of scratches along the edges. One has a small red sticker from a local radio club, the other a faded label. I picked them up with a sense of duty, tucked them under my arm, and kept an eye on the crowd while the light turned green. It felt odd to think someone might be looking for these. If they’re yours, they’ll be here on the site for you to claim.

Reno Arch, Virginia Street 9 days ago

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Found parrots near Wingfield Park, Reno

I was walking along the Truckee River near Wingfield Park around 6:45 p.m. when I spotted two parrots perched on a lamppost, chirping and looking around as if they were checking out the crowd. They were bright green with blue-tinged tails and lively yellow beaks; one stretched a wing as a car passed by, then settled back for a moment of quiet. I kept a safe distance and guided them to a grassy patch away from traffic, hoping they'd feel safe. They seemed well cared for, not feral, and I wanted to help reunite them with their owner.

Wingfield Park, along the Truckee River, Reno 20 days ago

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Found rabbits near Reno Arch.

I found two rabbits this morning around 8:45 a.m. near the Reno Arch on North Center Street, along the Truckee River. They looked healthy but a bit rattled, so I kept them out of traffic and gave them some greens I had in my car while I checked the area. I’m relieved they’re together and safe, and I hope their owner recognizes them soon. If you’re missing these rabbits, I’ll help reunite you—please look for me through the website's messages.

Near the Reno Arch, North Center Street. 27 days ago

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Found: Brooches near Reno Arch

I found a small velvet pouch containing several brooches on a bench near the Reno Arch in downtown Reno, Nevada, around 2:15 pm on Tuesday. The brooches are a mix of vintage and newer pieces, with bright colored stones that catch the sun. It felt personal, like someone treasured these pins as keepsakes. I picked them up thinking they should belong to someone who would miss them, and I am posting here so the owner can claim them through the site. If these are yours, I can meet you at a public spot in the Reno/Tahoe area for a safe handoff via the site.

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near the Reno Arch, downtown Reno about 2 months ago

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Found: CDs near Riverwalk by Silver Legacy

I was wandering along Virginia Street by the Truckee River, near the Riverwalk and the Silver Legacy, around 8:10 PM last Friday when I spotted a stack of CDs lying on the sidewalk. Most covers were classic rock and indie, some with sticky notes stuck to the cases. I picked them up and left them on a bench near Wingfield Park, hoping the owner would recognize a clue among the tracks. It felt a little like finding a message in a bottle—shared music and a moment of luck in downtown Reno.

Riverwalk by the Silver Legacy, Reno, NV 3 months ago

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Gray wool scarf with orange pom-pom and monogram

I found a gray wool scarf this afternoon around 2:45pm outside the Silver Legacy Resort Casino on the Reno Strip (Virginia Street). It's a medium-length scarf, soft but showing a little wear from winter. The standout details are a bright orange pom-pom at one end and a small embroidered monogram 'PD' near the edge. The scarf has a slightly nubby texture and a faint coffee scent from a nearby café. If this looks like yours, send me a message here in the app and we can arrange a safe pickup near the Reno Arch or outside the casino.

Reno / Tahoe 3 months ago