Centre, AL

Lost and Found in Centre, Alabama

Report a lost item to the Centre Police Department, check with local businesses and the Cherokee County Animal Shelter for pets, or post on local community groups. ReportLost offers free public listings plus optional paid search services to complement direct reporting.

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.

Recent activity

1,284
reports filed
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in Alabama

No report has been filed in Centre yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.

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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.

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How to Report a Lost Item

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Step 1: Report directly to local services

Contact the Centre Police Department at (256) 927-3661 or visit City Hall at 350 East Main Street. They can record your report and advise on next steps. For lost pets, call the Cherokee County Animal Shelter at (256) 266-1390.

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Step 2: Create a free public listing

Publish your lost item on ReportLost at no cost. Your report appears in public search results and reaches others in Centre who may be looking for ways to help.

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Step 3: Consider a paid search option (optional)

Upgrade to Automatic Search ($12) for 6 months of web monitoring, or Team-Assisted Search ($25) for 12 months plus direct contact with local services, businesses, and community groups on your behalf.

Where to Report and Search

Local contacts and procedures in Centre

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Centre Police Department

The Centre Police Department can record your lost item report and provide guidance on next steps. You can reach them by phone or email to start the process.

Call (256) 927-3661|Email: centrepolicedepartment@hotmail.com

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City Hall

Visit or contact Centre City Hall to report a lost item and ask about lost property procedures. The City Clerk's office can direct you to the appropriate department.

350 East Main Street, Centre, AL 35960|Call (256) 927-5222

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Cherokee County Animal Shelter

If you've lost a pet, contact the Cherokee County Animal Shelter. They maintain records of found animals and can check for yours. File a lost pet report

Call (256) 266-1390|9200 County Road 71, Centre, AL 35960

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Reach Local Communities

Facebook groups for lost and found pets in Cherokee County are active and responsive. Search for groups like "Lost & Found Pets of Cherokee County" or "Cherokee County Pets - Lost and Found" to reach neighbors who may have found your item or pet.

Create a report →

If you've lost an item in Centre, start by contacting the Centre Police Department or City Hall. They can record your report and help direct you to the right local service. Local Facebook groups for lost and found items are also active in Cherokee County and can reach community members quickly.

ReportLost provides a free public listing and optional search services to supplement your direct reporting. A paid search option can handle contacting local services, shelters, and groups according to their policies.

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Centre and Nearby Areas

Where items are commonly lost

Downtown Centre

Main Street and surrounding business district where many lost items are reported and turned in to local shops and services.

Cherokee County Animal Shelter

Check here if you've lost a pet; the shelter holds found animals and maintains records.

Community Groups

Connect with neighbors and local pet groups

Lost & Found Pets of Cherokee County, AL
Facebook group for lost and found pets
Cherokee County Pets - Lost and Found
Facebook group for missing and found animals
Facebook groups
Other community pages and local networks in Centre

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Cherokee County Animal Shelter keep found pets?

Contact the shelter at (256) 266-1390 for their specific retention policy. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. If you've lost a pet, call immediately so staff can watch for your animal.

Can I report a lost item directly to the police online?

Contact the Centre Police Department at (256) 927-3661 or centrepolicedepartment@hotmail.com. They will advise whether an in-person report is needed or if a phone report is sufficient.

Is ReportLost.org an official city or police service?

No. ReportLost is an independent service that offers free public listings and optional paid search options. It does not replace reporting to the Centre Police Department or other local services. Always contact local authorities and services directly for official lost property procedures.

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Create a free public listing on ReportLost, or explore paid search options to extend your reach with automatic web monitoring and direct outreach to local services and groups.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Centre Police Department, City of Centre, Cherokee County Animal Shelter, or any local government agency. Always report lost items directly to local police and relevant services.