ID badge on blue lanyard found near Wheeling Library
Description
I found an ID badge this afternoon around 2:45 pm in front of the Wheeling Public Library on Market Street in downtown Wheeling, Northern Panhandle. The badge is in a clear plastic holder on a blue lanyard, and there’s a small turtle charm attached near the clip. The card shows the name Lena Carter and a title of Public Relations Coordinator for NorthGate University, with a photo of a woman with shoulder-length black hair. On the back there’s a bright green sticker with the number 23. If this belongs to you, I’d like to get it back—email me at [email protected] and tell me the name on the card and the unique features to verify ownership.
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.