Lost: Breeds in the Tampa Bay Area
Description
Yesterday around 4:20 p.m., I was loading my car in the Westshore area of the Tampa Bay Area when my binder labeled Breeds slipped from the front seat and vanished between the cushions. It holds dog-breed profiles and a few handwritten notes for our rescue group. I walked the Westshore Plaza area, checked the parking lots, and even the bus stop near the stadium, but nothing turned up. It is not valuable moneywise, but it is full of practical reminders I use every day. I miss it and hope it is found somewhere close to home, maybe tucked under a car or left in a corner of the lot.
Approximate last-seen location
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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.