Blue DeWalt 20V drill with yellow battery
Description
I found a blue DeWalt 20V cordless drill with a yellow battery this afternoon around 2:15 pm, tucked behind the Parkersburg Public Library on Market Street. It’s clearly a Tools & Hardware item, in decent shape with a few scratches on the blue housing and a red tape label with the initials 'JR' on the grip. The chuck is solid and the belt clip sits a bit bent, plus a small dent near the bit holder makes it easy to spot. It feels like a real workhorse and I’d be relieved to return it to the rightful owner—it has obviously been a go-to for someone’s home projects. If you recognize these details, I’m happy to meet at Riverside Park or back at the library to hand it over.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
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