Lost USB drives in Susanville
Description
At 5:15 p.m. last Friday I realized my USB drives were missing after a quick meeting outside the Susanville Library steps. The two sticks are small, one labeled 'Project Aurora' in a matte black shell, the other plain metal with a red cap. I remember packing them into a gray tote and stepping into the cool evening air by the town square before realizing they were gone. I'm worried about the files inside—work documents and a handful of personal photos—and I keep replaying every step I took that afternoon. If someone found them, I hope they turned them in to the site so I can pick them up and breathe a little easier.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
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.