Found
Found: Xylophones in Sioux Falls, SD
Falls Park overlook near the pedestrian bridge
Found
listing
Posted
about 21 hours
ago
Description
This morning around 9:10 a.m., I found a set of Xylophones leaning against a bench near Falls Park in downtown Sioux Falls. They’re in a weathered wooden case with bright stickers and a few keys sticking out, like someone started a tune and forgot to finish it. I picked them up and brought them to the downtown Lost and Found, hoping the owner will claim them soon. It felt strange and hopeful at the same time—the kind of small discovery that reminds you how connected this town is.
Approximate found location
Falls Park overlook near the pedestrian bridge
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.