Found: Keys on red lanyard near Capitol Market
Description
I found a set of keys this afternoon around 2:15pm in the parking lot behind Capitol Market on Capitol Street in Charleston, WV (West Virginia old). They’re on a bright red lanyard with a brass compass keychain and a blue plastic tag. There are about six keys, including a Ford car key with a worn plastic head and a house key with a small green paint speck on the tooth. They’re a bit grimy from rain but still functional. If these are yours, I’d be glad to return them—shoot me an email at [email protected] and we can meet up near the market or at the nearby public library steps.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
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Verify the owner before handing it back
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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
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- 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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