Lost something in Pocahontas? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report sends your item to the Pocahontas Police Department, City Hall, local transit, and active community channels. Your report stays active, keeping an eye out for matches across lost and found posts, marketplace listings, and community groups so you don't have to.
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
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Include any details that make it yours: color, brand, distinguishing marks. A photo helps a lot.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Pocahontas Police, City Hall, Black River Area Development Corp. transit services, and Pocahontas Animal Control if it's a pet. We also publish to local lost and found groups and alert community channels on your behalf.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you move forward, your report stays live and keeps matching against new found posts, community posts, and marketplace listings. If a credible match surfaces, you're notified right away. No need to refresh Facebook groups or Nextdoor every morning.
Where to report your lost item locally
Pocahontas has a straightforward system. Here's where you can report directly and what each place can do for you.
Pocahontas Police Department
The city police keeps records of items turned in to them and can help track your loss. We generate the exact details to include in your report and tell you which number to use based on your situation.
Pocahontas City Hall
City services coordinate with police and can sometimes hold found items or advise on where items in certain locations should be reported. We help you frame your report so the right department takes action.
Black River Area Development Corp. Transit
If you lost something on a local bus or at a transit stop, the regional transit system keeps a lost and found. Call them to ask if your item has been turned in. We know which transit lines run through town and make sure your report reaches them.
Pocahontas Municipal Airport
Lost something at the airport? The municipal airport maintains a lost and found for items left in the terminal or on airport grounds. Reach out directly to their office to file a report.
Pocahontas Animal Control
Lost or found a cat or dog? Animal Control and the Randolph County shelter hold stray pets and post on community groups. They keep detailed records and can reunite you with your pet. For faster action and wider visibility, file a priority lost pet report.
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Where to file your report
The sooner you report, the sooner the right people start looking. Your report is live immediately, and local authorities and community members are notified the same day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Pocahontas can feel disorienting. Whether it's your wallet left at a downtown shop, a phone somewhere near the hospital, or a pet that wandered off, the people who can help are scattered: the police station, city services, the local animal control, various community groups on Facebook. Reaching each one takes time, and without a central record, your lost item can slip through the cracks.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One form, one submission, and we notify all the right local authorities and community channels at once. Better yet, your report doesn't expire after a day or a week, it stays active for your entire search period (12 months), cross-checking new found listings and community posts continuously. You can rest knowing someone's watching for your lost item while you focus on the rest of your day.
Common places to lose things in Pocahontas
These are the spots where lost items typically show up.
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and local businesses along the main commercial corridor. Many wallets, phones, and small bags turn up here or are held by shopkeepers.
Pocahontas Municipal Airport
Items are frequently left in the terminal, at gates, or in parking areas. Airport staff and travelers occasionally turn in lost phones, glasses, and travel essentials.
Public Transit Stops & Buses
Black River Area Development Corp. buses and transit stations around town. Bags, rings, and keys are common finds on vehicles.
Pocahontas Animal Control & Shelters
If your pet has wandered off, chances are strong they've been picked up or reported by a neighbor. Check with animal control within 24 hours of loss.
Parks & Public Spaces
Open areas around Pocahontas where items fall out of pockets or are left on picnic tables. Community groups often spot items here and post on Facebook.
Community groups keeping watch
These are the places where Pocahontas residents post about lost and found items.
Facebook group for lost and found items across the area
Community group for lost and found pets, with ties to Animal Control
Regional Facebook group covering Arkansas, including Pocahontas area
Reddit community for Arkansas residents posting local lost pet alerts
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pocahontas Police keep lost items?
Most police departments hold items for 30 to 60 days before disposal, though this can vary. That's why it's important to report immediately and also check with them directly at (870) 892-9867 to ask about your specific item. Your ReportLost report stays active much longer (12 months) and can pick up your item if it turns up later elsewhere.
What if I lost my pet? What happens next?
Contact Pocahontas Animal Control immediately at (870) 892-1390. Animals are often held for about 5 days before becoming available for adoption. Post on local Facebook groups and the Friends of Pocahontas Animal Control group right away. Filing a lost pet report with ReportLost will get your pet's information to the shelter and community channels faster.
Do I have to report in person to the police station?
Not always. Call (870) 892-9867 first and ask whether they can take a report by phone. For a lost item, a phone report is often sufficient to get it in their system. Using ReportLost saves you the trip altogether, we handle the initial report submission to police and city services.
If I lost something at the airport, where do I start?
Call the Pocahontas Municipal Airport office at (870) 248-1141 immediately. They keep a lost and found for items in the terminal and parking areas. If your item is checked baggage on a flight, contact your airline directly. ReportLost can help you track this by staying active and alerting you if your item appears elsewhere.
What do I do if I find something?
If you find an item, turn it in to the nearest police station, the business where you found it, or local animal control if it's a pet. Post about it in the Lost and Found in Pocahontas, AR Facebook group. Found items often get matched to ReportLost reports, which is how we reunite people with their belongings.
Is ReportLost official? Does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of Pocahontas Police or the city government. We're designed to work alongside official channels, not replace them. When you file a report with us, we forward your information to the police, city services, and local community groups on your behalf. You're still filing with the official entities, but we handle the legwork of reaching each one and keeping your report active for months while you get on with your life.
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Your lost item is still out there
The sooner you report, the sooner your report starts searching across local channels and community posts. Pocahontas is a connected community, and most lost items are found within the first week. Let's reunite you with yours.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Pocahontas Police Department, City of Pocahontas, Black River Area Development Corp., Pocahontas Municipal Airport, Pocahontas Animal Control, or any other local authority or business mentioned. We forward your report to these entities and alert local community groups to maximize visibility, but we do not represent them. Always verify current contact information and hours with local services directly.