Lost something in Ketchikan? Report it and keep searching.
One report, one destination. We notify the Ketchikan Police Department, Ketchikan Gateway Borough Lost & Found, and active local channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new posts and found items.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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How ReportLost Works
You Report the Loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details the local authorities and community need to help you search.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report goes directly to Ketchikan Police, the borough lost & found system, transit services, and relevant Facebook groups. No back-and-forth calls or wondering who to contact.
Your Report Keeps Searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continuously matches against new found items, social media posts, and local marketplace listings. You get alerted if a match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Lost & Found Resources in Ketchikan
Here's where to report and what to expect locally.
Ketchikan Police Department
Non-emergency reports for items lost on Ketchikan streets, in businesses, or downtown areas are taken by police. Call within 24 hours of when the item was found if someone turns it in to the department. We identify your police contact and ensure your report reaches the right desk.
Call non-emergency: (907) 225-6631|Visit: 361 Main Street, Ketchikan, AK 99901
Ketchikan Gateway Borough Lost & Found
The borough centralized lost & found office holds items turned in across multiple municipal services and locations. Items are typically stored for a set period before disposal. We tell you exactly what to ask about when you contact them and what timeline to expect for item retention.
Call: (907) 228-6625|Visit: 1900 First Avenue, White Cliff Building, Ketchikan, AK 99901
KPU Transit Lost & Found
Items left on Ketchikan's public buses are often held at the transit depot. Check for lost wallets, purses, phones, and other belongings within a day or two of losing them on a route. We ensure your item is properly described for the transit team.
Call: (907) 225-TRAN (8726)|Info: 1175 Copper Ridge Lane, Ketchikan, AK 99901
Ketchikan International Airport
If you lost an item at the airport terminal, on a flight, or in parking areas, the airport lost & found office and TSA coordinate returns. Different airlines also maintain their own processes. We generate the right details for airport staff to search their system efficiently.
Call airport lost & found: (907) 228-6625|Airport info: 1900 First Avenue, Ketchikan, AK 99901
Lost Pet
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing in Ketchikan, contact the Wise Animal Shelter (Ketchikan Gateway Borough Animal Protection) immediately and post in local pet groups. Every hour counts for a lost pet. ReportLost maintains a specialized workflow for missing animals that reaches shelters, vets, and pet-focused community networks automatically. File a priority lost pet report
Call Wise Animal Shelter: (907) 228-6660|Visit: 1111 Stedman Street, Ketchikan, AK 99901
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Report Your Loss Now
The sooner your report reaches the right channels, the sooner local staff can check their systems and community members can keep an eye out. Once filed, your report is in motion and you don't have to juggle multiple calls.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Ketchikan means navigating multiple reporting channels: the police, the borough lost & found office, transit if it was on a bus, local Facebook groups, and maybe the airport if you were traveling through Ketchikan International. Each system is separate, keeping items sometimes takes weeks, and the burden to follow up lands on you.
ReportLost simplifies this. File one report, and we handle routing it to the Ketchikan Police Department, the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Lost & Found, KPU Transit, and local search networks automatically. Your report doesn't expire after a week or two, it stays active during your entire search period (12 months), continuously checking new found items and community posts so you can focus on your life while the system searches for you.
Common Places to Lose Items in Ketchikan
These areas see frequent lost & found activity.
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions along Main Street and the surrounding downtown blocks are common loss spots. Items turn up at nearby businesses or the police department.
Ketchikan International Airport
Wallets, phones, and bags slip away at check-in, security, and terminals. The airport's lost & found office processes returns, though timeline depends on flight and airline.
Public Transit Buses
Rings, purses, and personal items are regularly left on KPU buses. Transit staff hold them at the depot for a set window.
Waterfront & Harbor Area
The cruise ship docks, ferry terminals, and harbor-adjacent shops see loss activity from visitors and locals alike. Items may be turned in to nearby businesses or the port office.
Local Parks & Trails
Settlers Cove Loop, Ward Lake, and other outdoor areas are beautiful but can swallow personal items. Contact the police for items reported found outdoors.
Community Help
Ketchikan's local Facebook groups and networks actively share lost & found posts.
Active Facebook group where residents post and search for lost items daily.
Dedicated Facebook community for missing and found cats, dogs, and other pets.
Official shelter updates on lost pets and shelter arrivals.
Official city page with occasional lost & found alerts and public service info.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Ketchikan Police Department hold lost items?
Items held by the police may be retained for a set period before disposal. Call (907) 225-6631 within 24 hours of the item being found to check if it's been turned in. The sooner you report, the sooner you can confirm it's in their system.
What's the retention policy at the borough lost & found office?
The Ketchikan Gateway Borough Lost & Found at 1900 First Avenue holds items for a defined period. Call (907) 228-6625 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to ask about your specific item and how long it will be stored.
If I lost something on a KPU Transit bus, how do I check?
Call (907) 225-TRAN (8726) Monday through Friday and describe the item and bus route. Staff at 1175 Copper Ridge Lane can check for your wallet, purse, phone, or other belongings. Check within a day or two of the loss, as the depot may not hold items indefinitely.
What if my pet is lost in Ketchikan?
Contact the Wise Animal Shelter immediately at (907) 228-6660 and post in the Ketchikan Lost and Found Pets Facebook group. File a ReportLost lost pet report to activate our pet-focused routing, which alerts local shelters, vets, and rescue networks continuously for 12 months.
I lost something at Ketchikan International Airport. Where do I report it?
Call the airport lost & found office at (907) 228-6625 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and describe the item, where you lost it, and which flight or area you were in. If it was on a flight, also contact the airline directly. ReportLost will ensure your report reaches both the airport office and the right airline channels.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that simplifies reporting for you. We are not a police department or government office. We route your report to the official channels (Ketchikan Police, the borough lost & found, transit, airport, animal shelter) and maintain your active search across community networks so you don't have to re-post or re-contact services yourself. You're still filing with the real authorities; we just make it seamless and keep your search alive.
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Getting your report to the Ketchikan Police, the borough office, transit, and the community takes one action from you. Once you've reported, your item is in the system and your report keeps working for you in the background.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Ketchikan Police Department, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, KPU Transit, Ketchikan International Airport, Wise Animal Shelter, or any city or borough government. We operate as a reporting and search platform that routes your information to these official entities and local community channels. Always verify contact details and procedures with official sources.