Lost Power Tools in Southwest Michigan
Description
I realized around 7:25 PM that my Power Tools were missing after finishing a fence project in Kalamazoo's downtown area, near Bronson Park, in Southwest Michigan. The set includes a green drill, a sturdy black toolbox, and a handful of chisels; they were last seen near Bronson Park's West Lot around that time. I retraced my steps from the hardware store on West Michigan Avenue to the park, calling out doors and checking the busy streets, but they didn't turn up. I’m hoping someone picked them up and will return them to the local Lost & Found, because these tools are essential for the work I have lined up this week.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
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.