Black Samsonite carry-on with orange tag, dented corner
Description
I lost my black Samsonite carry-on yesterday around 3pm in the parking lot behind the Valley Mall on the Dual Highway in Hagerstown, Western Maryland. It's a medium-sized hard-shell suitcase, black with silver zippers, and an eye-catching orange luggage tag bearing my initials AH. There’s a noticeable dent on the bottom corner and a small scuff along the top edge from a rough gate. Inside, there’s a faded photo of my grandmother tucked into the side pocket and a blue packing cube with a few outfits for a weekend trip. It’s sentimental and I really need it back. If you found it, please message me here to verify ownership.
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