Found
Found sports equipment in Salem, Oregon
Near Riverfront Park entrance
Found
listing
Posted
2 days
ago
Description
On my way out of Riverfront Park in Salem around 5:15 p.m. today, I spotted a large gym bag abandoned near the benches by the basketball courts. Inside was a jumble of equipment: soccer cleats with dried mud, shin guards, a rolled-up yoga mat, a tennis racket, and a couple of water bottles. The bag had a blue strap and a faded varsity badge. It looked recently used for multiple sports and clearly belonged to someone who spends weekends at practices. I brought it to the city’s lost-and-found so the owner can reclaim it quickly.
Approximate found location
Near Riverfront Park entrance
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely return this item
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the owner before handing it back
- Ask the claimant for a specific identifying detail before confirming.
- If valuable, ask for a photo with matching ID, receipt, or original packaging.
- Never post the precise location publicly. Share it only with a verified owner.
- Do not accept payment to return it. That is a red flag for a scam claim.
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.