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 Tulsa? 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 Tulsa; 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 Tulsa with enough detail for the real owner to identify it — while holding back one verifying detail.

Helpful resources for Tulsa

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Recent reports in Tulsa

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FOUND: driver's license in Tulsa, OK

Hi, I'm Katherine Miles. I found a driver's license this afternoon around 5:35 PM near Guthrie Green and the Tulsa Performing Arts Center steps. It was lying on the sidewalk by the bus stop at 6th Street. My heart sank, thinking of the person who lost it, and I’ve kept it safe here so the owner can reclaim it through the site. I won’t disclose more than necessary, but I hope this helps reunite someone with their important document soon.

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near Guthrie Green, downtown Tulsa 9 days ago

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Gray Nike running shoes near Gathering Place Tulsa

Found a pair of gray Nike running shoes this afternoon around 2:45pm near the Gathering Place entrance on Riverside Drive in Tulsa. They're size 9, with a gray mesh upper, white midsole, and surprisingly bright neon orange laces that catch the eye. The left shoe has a small blue ink initial 'J. Lee' on the inner heel and a faint coffee stain on the tongue from a recent run. They look recently used but in good shape, and the soles still have plenty of grip. If these are yours, drop a note in the app and we can arrange a safe meetup near the Gathering Place fountain or the Riverside trailhead to return them.

Tulsa 2 months ago

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Black Kindle Paperwhite with red bookmark

I found a black Kindle Paperwhite this afternoon around 3:15 pm near Guthrie Green on Riverside Ave in Tulsa. It was sitting on a bench behind the food trucks, the screen on and showing a reading app. It has a red silicone bookmark sticking out and a small blue dragon sticker on the back. I didn't touch anything inside; I just picked it up and left it with the bench for now in case the owner comes back. If this belongs to you, please message me with the bookmark description and the sticker to verify ownership.

Tulsa 3 months ago

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Silver-tone bracelet with blue enamel heart charm

I found a silver-tone bracelet this afternoon around 3:30pm along Riverside Drive near the Gathering Place entrance in Tulsa. It's a slender bangle, about 6.5 inches around, with a blue enamel heart charm and tiny clear crystals along the edge. On the inside, there's a delicate engraving that looks like 'LJ'—hard to see, but it's there. The bracelet is in good condition aside from a few scuffs, clearly worn but not damaged. If the owner sees this, I'm hoping to reunite it with you; I picked it up thinking someone probably lost a personal piece of jewelry, and I’d really like to get it back to its rightful owner.

Tulsa 4 months ago

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Found: mixed musical items near Guthrie Green, Tulsa

I found these this afternoon around 2:15pm on the sidewalk outside the Tulsa Performing Arts Center along Archer Street in Tulsa. It's a small black nylon pouch containing a few miscellaneous musical items: a compact black pocket tuner with a cracked screen, a bright red guitar capo, and three guitar picks (pink, blue, and clear) plus a folded sheet of classical music titled 'Spanish Romance.' The pouch is about the size of a paperback and shows light wear, and there’s a tiny 'JS' sticker on the capo plus a star sticker on the tuner—little details I hoped would help the owner recognize them. If these belong to you, reply here with what’s inside or describe the identifying patches.

Tulsa 4 months ago

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Orange tabby cat with blue collar found Tulsa

I found a cat this afternoon around 3:45pm near the Gathering Place on Riverside Dr in Tulsa. It's a medium-sized orange tabby with white paws, short fur, and a bright blue collar with a tiny bell. There is a small notch in his left ear and green eyes that look curious but gentle. He seemed hungry but relaxed after I offered a little tuna, and he let me check for a microchip. I’m keeping him safe here and really want to help reunite him with his owner. If this is your cat, leave a message here and I’ll connect you.

Tulsa 4 months ago