Lost satchels near Cookeville Town Square
Description
On a Saturday at 9:15 a.m., I was sitting on a bench outside Cookeville Town Square when I realized my satchels were gone. They’re two tan canvas bags with worn leather straps, and one zipper sticks a bit when I tug it open. Inside are my classroom notes, a compact camera, chargers, and a faded photo of my grandmother that never leaves my bag. I relied on these satchels for work and for personal projects, so this feels like a small emergency. I keep replaying the moment I stood up and saw the empty bench. If you’ve seen them or picked them up, please reach out through the site so I can get them back. Thank you.
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.