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

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Recent reports in Waco

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Navy satin formal gown with gold belt found

Found a navy satin formal gown this afternoon around 3:15 pm in the parking lot behind the Magnolia Market at the Silos on Webster Avenue in Waco. It’s floor-length, size 6, with a detachable gold belt and subtle silver beadwork along the neckline. There’s a small snag along the back hem from scraping the curb, but the rest of the fabric looks clean and the zipper works. I figured someone might be worried after losing it before a big event, so I’m hoping to reunite it with its owner. If this is yours, share the tag details and where you last wore it so we can verify.

Waco about 2 months ago

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Found: Black Anker USB-C hub near Central Library

I was wandering behind the Waco Central Library on Austin Avenue this afternoon around 3:15 pm when I spotted a compact black USB-C hub lying on the ground near the bike racks. It’s an Anker 8-in-1 hub, matte black with four USB ports, HDMI, and a tiny dent on the corner plus a blue LED that glows when it’s plugged in. There’s also a thin red fabric strap looped through one end, like it was attached to a bag. It looks fairly new and I figured someone probably needs it back, especially since it seems pricey. I’m happy to meet at the library or a nearby cafe to hand it over to the owner if you’re the finder or owner.

Waco 2 months ago

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Found violin in worn black case near Magnolia Market

I found a violin this afternoon around 3:15 pm in the parking lot behind the Magnolia Market at the Silos on Webster Avenue in Waco. It's a 4/4 student-grade violin with a dark brown wood finish and a few tiny scratches along the edge. The black faux-leather case has a red velvet lining and a small tear near the hinge. Inside the lid there's a faded sticker that reads 'A. Lindgren' and the bow has a blue-and-white striped wrap, plus a chipped tip. I figured someone might be missing it, so I’m posting here in case you recognize these details and want to reclaim it.

Waco 3 months ago

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Found black iPhone 12 in black silicone case on a table at Brewed Awakening in Waco.

I found a black iPhone 12 lying on a table at Brewed Awakening in Waco yesterday around 3 PM. It was in a black silicone case and seemed to be in perfect condition. If this is yours, please provide the last four digits of the phone number associated with the device for verification.

Brewed Awakening, Waco, TX, United States 8 months ago

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Found a pair of Bose Bluetooth headphones with charging case near the park bench by Lake Waco.

I found a pair of Bose Bluetooth headphones at the park near Lake Waco yesterday. They were on a bench, and I didn’t see anyone around who seemed to be looking for them. They are in excellent condition and come with a charging case. I just want to return them to the owner, so if they sound familiar, please reach out!

Park near Lake Waco, Waco, Texas, United States 10 months ago

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Found black leather briefcase with important documents at Riverside Drive Park in Waco.

I found a black leather briefcase at the park on Riverside Drive in Waco while I was jogging this morning. It seems to be in good condition, and it looks like it has some important documents inside. There’s a tag on the inside with a name and phone number, but I haven't contacted anyone yet. I want to make sure it gets back to its owner first.

Riverside Drive Park, Waco, TX, USA 12 months ago