Blue Trek Marlin 5 mountain bike
Description
I lost my blue Trek Marlin 5 mountain bike yesterday around 7pm after unloading groceries at Walmart Supercenter on Willow Avenue in Cookeville. It's a 29-inch wheel bike with a lime-green front fork, a matte blue frame, and a white water bottle cage mounted on the downtube. There are a few scratches on the down tube from a past tumble, and the saddle has a small tear along the left edge. The handlebars have red grip wrap and there’s a small reflective sticker under the seat. It means a lot to me—it’s how I get to work and it’s my daily escape, so I’d really appreciate getting it back. If you spot it, message me here in the app.
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.