How can i locate my iphone without the find my iphone app?
You can't if you don't have Find My Phone active on the lost device.
Other than calling it and hoping an honest person answers or they turn it in to the police or Verizon.
I bet your next phone you will activate Find My iPhone! Sorry about your loss, tough to swallow.
Praying for sunshine with nothing but clouds in sight. Hope it works out for you. Did you have insurance by chance?