Lost
Cordless drill lost near Ace Hardware, Mattoon
Mattoon-Charleston
Lost
listing
Posted
16 days
ago
Description
Hey there, I lost my DeWalt 20V Max cordless drill yesterday around 3pm near the Ace Hardware on Charleston Avenue in Mattoon. It's yellow and black, about 7 inches long, with a scuffed grip from a few job-site projects. The belt clip is bent and there’s a small red tape tag with my initials 'KB' on the battery—easy to spot if you see it. It’s my go-to tool for home repairs and I really need it back to finish a remodel this week.
Approximate last-seen location
Mattoon-Charleston
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
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.