Found
Sentimental
Found passports in Rochester, New York
Near Eastman Theatre on Gibbs Street
Found
listing
Posted
18 days
ago
Description
I was walking along Gibbs Street by the Eastman Theatre in Rochester around 4:15 p.m. today when I found a passport holder lying on the sidewalk. Inside were several passports and a small wallet, all tucked securely in an old blue case. I picked them up and kept them safe, because losing a passport can throw someone's whole life into confusion. I’ve posted this here so the owner can be reunited with their documents through the site.
Approximate found location
Near Eastman Theatre on Gibbs Street
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