Lost
Grey Samsonite suitcase with blue tag
South Bend / Michigan
Lost
listing
Posted
3 months
ago
Description
I lost my grey Samsonite mid-size suitcase yesterday around 3pm near the Notre Dame campus gate on Main Street in South Bend, right by Michigan Avenue. It’s a hard-shell case with a small dent on the top corner and a bright blue luggage tag. The inside has a navy star-pattern lining and a white label that reads 'Property of Priya Patel.' This bag holds a few sentimental items—my grandmother's scarf and a handful of old photos—and I really need it back. If you found it, please reach out so we can figure out a quick meetup near campus.
Approximate last-seen location
South Bend / Michigan
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