Found
Found shopping bags near South Coast Plaza.
near the South Coast Plaza valet area
Found
listing
Posted
11 days
ago
Description
I was walking out of South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa around 10:30 this morning when I spotted a bundle of shopping bags tucked behind a planter by the entrance to the South Parking structure. They looked like they had been left in a hurry, with a striped tote peeking out and a grocery receipt fluttering at the top. My heart went out to the person who might be worried they’d disappeared, so I picked them up and brought them to the security desk to be sure they were safe. If these bags belong to you, I hope this helps reunite you with your things soon.
Approximate found location
near the South Coast Plaza valet area
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely return this item
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Verify the owner before handing it back
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- If valuable, ask for a photo with matching ID, receipt, or original packaging.
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- 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.
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