How to ask for the return of an object (intentionally taken)

Talking Points

• This is my <number> request that you return my <object>. I made my first request <in writing/verbally> on <date>, <date>, and <date>.

• As you know, <object> is precious to me because <why you want it/why it is yours>.

• I’m sure you did not intend to borrow it without asking, but regardless of how it came into your possession, I would like it back.

• You can <send it/drop it off/leave it for pickup> - whatever method will increase your chances of returning it.

• Truly, my only interest at this point is to get my <object> back. If we could make that happen, I’m hopeful we could both walk away without more hurt feelings.

Further Reading

How to Approach a Suspected Thief | Crucial Learning

The following article was first published on January 23, 2008. Dear Crucial Skills, Someone stole money from me and I have a hunch it was a roommate. How would you approach this confrontation? Our relationship is neither strong nor bad, just fairly new. I'm not sure how to ask her without making her feel unsafe.

https://cruciallearning.com/blog/to-confront-a-thief/

What to Do When Someone Refuses to Return Borrowed Property - FindLaw

Last updated 10/21/2019 What do you do if a person refuses to return your property that you voluntarily lent them? Do you file a police report? What remedies do you have? This article addresses what you can do to get your property back.

https://www.findlaw.com/litigation/filing-a-lawsuit/what-to-do-when-someone-refuses-to-return-borrowed-property.html

I Am the Person That Asks to Borrow Something but Never Returns It

You have your belongings but since I am with you, those belongings are now ours. Hello, my name is Jay and I like to borrow items and never return them. Sometimes I like to think I forget to return them when in reality I wasn't going to return them in the first place.

https://medium.com/the-haven/i-am-the-person-that-asks-to-borrow-something-but-never-returns-it-fdaa5bc022d9