Guest left several personal items

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Vielka4
Level 2
Raleigh, NC

Guest left several personal items

We had our first horrible experience with a long-term guest. Guest let 3 weeks early in a very disrespectful manner.  I notified her within the hour of her departure that she left several personal items including a case. I offered to box up het items and arrange for her to retrieve the items.

However,  the guest was beyond unreasonable and informed me the case in fact was a gun case.  . Because of the situation I do not feel comfortable with her returning to the home or even communicating with her.  Any suggestions on what we should do with her items?

We honestly have never dealt with a guest like her. 

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Kitty-and-Creek0
Top Contributor
Willits, CA

@Vielka4 

 

People do leave things, and usually are easier to deal with. My first inclination would be to ask the local police what to do with a left behind firearm. She may be able to retrieve it there with proof of its registration to her. 

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Kitty-and-Creek0
Top Contributor
Willits, CA

@Vielka4 

 

People do leave things, and usually are easier to deal with. My first inclination would be to ask the local police what to do with a left behind firearm. She may be able to retrieve it there with proof of its registration to her. 

Elisa
Community Manager
Community Manager

Hi @Vielka4 😊

I am truly sorry about this episode, it's never easy to deal with this kind of situation.

 

Our host shared great advice. A firearm is a big responsibility, and contacting the police is the best way to proceed!

 

Don't hesitate to let us know which action you are going to take regarding this situation.

Warm regards 🌻,


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