Navy Samsonite 28-inch suitcase found near library
Description
I found a navy Samsonite 28-inch hard-shell suitcase this afternoon around 2:15pm in the parking lot behind the Northeast SD Public Library on Main Street. It has scuffs on the corners and a bright red luggage tag that reads 'Vacation 2025,' plus a blue ribbon tied to a zipper pull. Inside, the lining is red with a travel-agency sticker and a small checklist that looks personal. One handle feels loose and there's a dent on the top, so I figured someone might be missing this. If this is yours, I’d love to help get it back—I can meet you at the library or city hall to verify ownership.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
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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.