Found Travel Bags near the Santa Fe Plaza.
Description
On Monday at 4:15 pm, I was leaving the Santa Fe Plaza area when I spotted two travel bags tucked behind a bench near the fountain. The set includes a medium black rolling suitcase and a navy duffel with red piping. Both look well-used but sturdy, with a leather tag on the duffel that’s worn and hard to read. I checked the pockets for an ID and couldn’t read any name clearly. I brought them to the park's lost-and-found desk and left a note in one pocket, hoping the owner will see this listing and claim them. It felt strange to carry someone else’s things, but I wanted to do the right thing and get them back to their owner.
Approximate found location
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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.