Lost something in New River? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report and we route it to Salt River Police Department, the Maricopa County Sheriff, local animal services, and active community channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for a match.
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
Arizona : found property held by a public agency can change hands after just 30 days, the shortest official window of any large state. (Arizona Revised Statutes §12-941)
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 ReportLost works in New River
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to alert the right channels without you having to make multiple calls.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Salt River Police, Maricopa County Sheriff, New River animal rescue if needed, and gets posted to local community groups and Facebook channels actively used in your area.
Your report keeps searching
After you report, your item description stays active and matched against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings for 12 months. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to report a loss in New River
We show you the official channels; ReportLost handles routing your report to them all at once.
Salt River Police Department
If your loss occurred on or near Salt River Pima Indian Reservation land or in areas under SRPD jurisdiction, report it here. We identify which jurisdiction covers your loss location and ensure your report reaches the right desk.
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
For losses in unincorporated New River areas not covered by tribal police, the County Sheriff handles found property reports and lost and found inquiries. We generate the exact information to include in your report.
Valley Metro Lost and Found
If you left your item on a bus route serving New River or the greater Phoenix area, Valley Metro operates the central lost and found. We point you to the right service number and clarify which route to reference.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Traveling through Phoenix and lost a bag, ring, or phone? Sky Harbor's Lost and Found serves the airport terminals and TSA checkpoints. We help you contact the right terminal office.
Main Lost & Found: 602-273-3333|TSA Lost & Found: 602-626-1476
Lost Pet Services
New River has a dedicated Lost Animals Facebook community and the New River Humane Society coordinates rescue efforts. If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, report it immediately to local animal rescues and emergency services. File a priority lost pet report for faster community alerts.
New River Humane Society: 681-220-1067|Maricopa County Lost Pets
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Time matters, but you're not alone
The sooner you report a loss, the better your chances of recovery. Once your report is filed with ReportLost, you can step back. Our team takes it from there, alerting the right agencies and monitoring local channels continuously so you don't have to.
Report my lost item →Losing your wallet, phone, ring, or keys in New River means contacting multiple agencies spread across Maricopa County and Salt River jurisdiction, scanning Facebook groups, and checking local lost pet rescues separately. Each phone call or form takes time, and if nothing shows up in the first few days, the search often goes cold. ReportLost shortens that journey to a single report that reaches all the right places at once.
Once your report is filed, the heavy lifting continues behind the scenes. Your item description stays active and is automatically matched against new found items, community posts, and neighborhood alerts for months, without you having to re-post or check every site daily. If someone finds your bracelet, dog, or purse and posts it anywhere local, our system flags it and sends you an alert so you can reconnect with it.
Common places losses happen in New River
Losses often cluster around busy intersections, retail areas, and recreation spots.
New River Road & 31st Avenue
A central commercial and residential hub where wallets and phones go missing in parking lots and local shops.
I-17 Corridor
Travelers passing through on the interstate sometimes lose items at rest stops and gas stations along the highway.
Anthem Area
The neighboring master-planned community sees crossover losses at shopping centers and recreation facilities.
Local Parks and Trails
Hiking and outdoor recreation areas near New River are common places to lose rings, glasses, and other personal items.
Salt River Recreation Areas
Outdoor recreation on or near Salt River lands sees lost items reported to both tribal police and community groups.
Community channels where locals post found items
New River residents actively use Facebook groups and regional subreddits to reunite people with lost belongings.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the New River area
Facebook group for items found at or near Salt River recreation areas
Phoenix-area subreddit where New River residents post lost and found notices
Local neighborhood and community pages where lost items are frequently shared
Frequently asked questions about lost items in New River
How long do agencies in New River keep lost items?
Salt River Police and Maricopa County Sheriff typically hold found property for 30 to 90 days before disposal, depending on the item. Valley Metro buses retain lost and found items for a similar window. ReportLost keeps your report active for 12 months, so even if an item resurfaces months later, your description remains in circulation.
Which police department covers my loss in New River?
New River is unincorporated Maricopa County, served by both Salt River Police (for reservation-adjacent areas) and Maricopa County Sheriff (for unincorporated areas). When you report with ReportLost, we identify which jurisdiction applies to your loss location and route your report accordingly.
How quickly can I file a lost pet report?
Lost pet reports are urgent. Call the New River Humane Society at 681-220-1067 immediately and post in the Lost Animals of New River Facebook group. ReportLost can accelerate your alert to local rescues and community channels within hours of your report.
Can I report a loss if I was traveling through Phoenix Sky Harbor?
Yes. If you lost something at Sky Harbor Airport, contact the airport's Lost and Found at 602-273-3333 directly, or file a report with ReportLost and we'll ensure the airport is notified and alert local channels in case the item shows up elsewhere.
What if I lost something on a Valley Metro bus?
Call Valley Metro's Lost and Found at 602-534-5053 (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm) with details about your route and travel time. Items are usually held for at least 30 days. ReportLost can generate this information and also keep your report active across community channels if the bus service doesn't have it.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with police or government agencies. We don't replace filing an official report; instead, we streamline the process by routing your report to the right official channels, posting to local community groups, and keeping your item description active in searches for months. Think of us as the coordinator so you don't have to be.
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Where to file your report
File your report now and let our team handle the routing, posting, and ongoing search. You'll have peace of mind knowing that your loss is being tracked across all the right channels.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Salt River Police Department, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, Valley Metro, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, New River Humane Society, or any government or law enforcement agency. We complement official reporting channels; always file a report with the appropriate local police or agency as well. All links to official services are provided for your convenience.