Found an item? Your responsibilities

What to do when you find someone else's property — your responsibilities and how to return it safely.

Found something in Spokane / Coeur d'Alene? Handling it responsibly protects both you and the owner. Rules vary by location, but the principles are consistent.

Make a reasonable effort to find the owner. Check for ID, contact details, or anything that identifies who it belongs to.
Don't assume it's yours to keep. Keeping found property without trying to return it can have legal consequences. When in doubt, hand it in.
Hand valuables to the authorities. Report significant or high-value finds to the police non-emergency line for Spokane / Coeur d'Alene; they'll log it and may issue a reference.
Store it safely. Keep the item secure and unchanged while you try to return it.
Post a found listing. Add a found-item listing for Spokane / Coeur d'Alene with enough detail for the real owner to identify it — while holding back one verifying detail.

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Recent reports in Spokane / Coeur d'Alene

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Blue plush dragon found near Riverfront Park

I found a blue plush dragon toy this afternoon around 4:15pm in the Riverfront Park parking lot off Spokane Falls Boulevard, near the carousel. It's about 12 inches tall, soft fleece with an orange belly, white stitched teeth, and a tiny green satin ribbon around its neck. There’s a small snag on the left wing and a faint vanilla scent from lots of hugs. This is clearly loved by a kid, and I’d love to return it to the rightful owner—if this sounds like yours, send me a message here and we’ll set up a meetup in Spokane.

Spokane / Coeur d'Alene 25 days ago

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Blue nylon dog collar with ID tag

I found a blue nylon dog collar with a small silver bell and a bright lime-green bone-shaped ID tag. It’s a medium size, a bit worn from weather, and there’s a cute white paw print decal on the strap. The tag has the name 'Nova' and a phone number that's worn, so it’s not fully legible. I found it this afternoon around 4:15 pm in the parking lot behind the Coeur d'Alene Public Library on Front Avenue, near the old Post Office building. Looks like a pup who loves long walks by the lake, so I’m glad I could help reunite it with its owner—if this sounds like yours, drop me a message here and we can arrange pickup.

Spokane / Coeur d'Alene about 1 month ago

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Found glucose meter kit in blue zip pouch

I found a small white glucose meter kit with a blue zip pouch this afternoon around 4:15pm outside the CVS on Division Street in Spokane. Inside the kit there’s a white glucose meter labeled OneTouch, about 50 test strips, and a spare lancet container tucked in the clear pocket. The pouch shows a coffee stain on the front and a 2-inch tear near the zipper, which makes it easy to spot on the ground. If this sounds like yours, send me a note here and we can arrange a safe meet-up near the store so you can get it back.

Spokane / Coeur d'Alene 3 months ago

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Blue travel mug found near Spokane Public Library

I found this blue stainless steel travel mug yesterday around 3pm outside the Spokane Public Library on Main Avenue. It's about 9 ounces, with a black silicone grip and a white sticker of a mountain silhouette peeling a bit at the corner. The lid closes snugly but the seal shows a little wear, and there's a faint coffee smell that clings to the metal. On the bottom, someone etched the initials 'A.R.'—a hint for the owner to spot it. It looks well-used but in decent condition, and I’d love to return it to its rightful owner as soon as possible.

Spokane / Coeur d'Alene 4 months ago

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Found red North Face parka near Riverfront Park

I found a red North Face parka this afternoon around 3pm outside the Riverfront Park entrance by the Monroe Street Bridge in downtown Spokane, WA. It's a size Large with a gray fleece lining and a removable faux-fur hood. There's a small blue enamel snowflake pin clipped to the inner left pocket, and the zipper pull is a bit bent but still works. If the owner sees this, please know it looks well cared for and I'm happy to return it—someone's probably missing it after the chilly walk today.

Spokane / Coeur d'Alene 4 months ago

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Black suitcase with red TSA tag found near NorthTown Mall

I found a black hard-shell suitcase this afternoon around 4:15pm outside the NorthTown Mall on Division Street in Spokane Valley. It’s a large 28-inch spinner with a matte finish, four wheels, and a silver telescoping handle. There’s a small dent on the bottom edge and a bright red TSA tag hanging from the zipper. A blue luggage strap with the initials 'KP' is wrapped around the handle, and there’s a faded Delta sticker on the side. The inside looked clean with no obvious personal items visible.

Spokane / Coeur d'Alene 4 months ago