Found handheld console near Stone Arch Bridge
Description
I found someone else's handheld console on a windy Saturday evening near the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis around 7:20 p.m. I was walking along the riverfront when I spotted the black device resting on a bench, its screen split with a small crack and a blue sticker peeling from the corner. The charger was tucked loosely in a pocket, and there was a faint smell of metal rain. It looked recent, used enough to show fingerprints and smudges from the river breeze. I picked it up and kept it safe, hoping the rightful owner would recognize it when they see this post. It must belong to someone who was enjoying an evening by the river; I'd love to help reunite them with it.
Approximate found location
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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.