Lost
Blue US passport, biometric, lost near Ped Mall
Iowa City
Lost
listing
Posted
8 days
ago
Description
I lost my blue US passport yesterday around 3pm while I was grabbing coffee near the Ped Mall area along Washington Street in downtown Iowa City. It's a biometric passport with a navy blue cover and gold lettering; inside you’ll see my photo and the name 'Amina Patel'. The back cover has a tiny coffee stain and a light crease along the spine from daily use. This passport is essential for an upcoming family trip next week, so I’m really hoping it turns up soon. If you found it, please email [email protected]—I'd be incredibly grateful to get it back.
Approximate last-seen location
Iowa City
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