Two heirloom rings accidentally lost in 20,000 pounds of NYC garbage — here’s how Sanitation helped recover them

A Brooklyn resident accidentally tossed two heirloom rings in the garbage last week — but the precious jewels were quickly found after searchers sifted through up to 20,000 pounds of putrid rubbish. In a panic, the resident flagged down two DSNY workers on the street, kicking off a chain of events that would eventually lead to the happy ending. Sanitation workers helped recover two invaluable family heirlooms in 20,000 pounds of garbage. Residents who accidentally toss a valuable item should call 311 as soon as possible, according to the department’s standard procedure. Residents who accidentally toss a valuable item should call 311 as soon as possible, according to the department’s standard procedure.