Lost travel visas in State College, near Old Main
Description
I was between classes on Saturday, around 3:20 PM, when I realized my travel visas weren't in my bag. They were tucked in a slim passport sleeve inside a lightly worn backpack I carry for trips. I had just sat on a bench near Old Main and crossed College Ave toward the HUB-Robeson Center to grab a quick snack. When I stood up to check my itinerary and catch the bus back to campus, the visas were gone. I keep replaying the moment—the breeze off the Arboretum, the faded blue sleeve on the grass, and the uneasy knot in my stomach. They’re essential for an upcoming trip, and I’m hopeful someone picked them up and handed them in.
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.