Found devices in Imperial County, California
Description
I found a handful of devices along Imperial Avenue in El Centro around 2:10 p.m. today. There’s a tablet with a dent in the corner, a compact laptop charger, and a couple of cords tangled in a neat little pile. They looked like someone relied on them every day, and I can imagine the stress of realizing they weren’t where they should be. I kept them together in a protected bag and brought them to a public desk where they could be claimed or tracked by whoever posted about them online. I’m hoping this helps the owner reclaim at least some part of a hectic day in Imperial County, California.
Approximate found location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely return this item
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the owner before handing it back
- Ask the claimant for a specific identifying detail before confirming.
- If valuable, ask for a photo with matching ID, receipt, or original packaging.
- Never post the precise location publicly. Share it only with a verified owner.
- Do not accept payment to return it. That is a red flag for a scam claim.
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.