Lost something in Davis? Here are the offices that take your report.
File one report and we connect you with the Davis Police Department, UC Davis Police, local transit services, and continuously scan social channels, marketplaces, and community pages for matches.
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
California : found property must be held by law enforcement for at least 90 days before it can pass to the finder, be auctioned or disposed of. (California Civil Code §2080.2)
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
You describe what you lost
Tell us where, when, and what. We generate all the details needed for each agency and social post, so nothing gets missed.
We route it to every channel that matters
Your report lands with the right Davis Police desk, UC Davis Police, Unitrans, and city services. No back-and-forth, no guessing which number to call.
Automated monitoring works for you
We continuously scan Facebook groups (Davis Lost and Found, Pets Lost and Found Davis CA), Reddit, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community pages for posts matching your item. The moment we detect a credible match, you get an alert. You don't have to refresh pages or check groups daily.
Where to Report, and What We Do
Each option below is available to you directly. ReportLost handles coordination and ongoing monitoring so you don't have to.
Davis Police Department
If you lost something in public spaces around Davis (downtown, parks, streets), the Police Department's Evidence and Lost and Found desk holds items. We tell you the exact precinct contact, provide the info they need, and follow up with them on your behalf.
UC Davis Police and Campus Lost and Found
Lost something on the UC Davis campus? The Police Department runs a centralized lost and found near the Pavilion parking structure. We guide you through their claim process and make sure your report is in their system.
Unitrans and Davis Community Transit
Left your bag or phone on a Unitrans bus or DCT vehicle? Each service has its own lost and found procedure. We route your report to the right dispatch office and follow up so you don't have to call back repeatedly.
Lost Pet
If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing, time matters. Yolo County Animal Shelter and Yolo County SPCA are your immediate contact points, and we alert local pet rescue networks and community groups. For a faster, more thorough response, file a priority lost pet report with us—we activate the full Davis pet recovery network.
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Act now. Recovery gets harder later.
The sooner you file, the sooner we start monitoring. Social posts fade, community memory fades, and items get donated or discarded. Get your report in the system today, and let our team handle the legwork while you focus on your week.
Report my lost item →Davis is a tight-knit community where losing something can feel isolating, but the recovery paths are scattered. Did you leave your bike at the library? Your wallet at a Unitrans bus stop? Your keys at a campus building? Each place has its own lost and found system, and hunting through all of them, plus monitoring social channels and Facebook groups yourself, takes weeks.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report plugs into the Davis Police Department's evidence desk, UC Davis Police, Unitrans, the Yolo County Animal Shelter, and our automated web monitoring. While you go about your day, we're watching Facebook, Reddit, Nextdoor, and local marketplaces in real time. If your item shows up anywhere online, we tell you immediately. It's the recovery process Davis residents deserve.
Common places where Davis residents lose things
Know where to look, and we know how to report it.
Downtown Davis and Central Park
Busy retail and gathering spaces where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently left behind.
UC Davis Campus and Academic Buildings
Backpacks, laptops, and student IDs go missing in classrooms, libraries, and the Quad year-round.
Unitrans Bus Routes and Stops
Jackets, bags, and belongings left on buses or at major transit hubs like the Undergraduate Parking Structure.
Residential neighborhoods and bike paths
Bicycles are a Davis staple—and sometimes lost. Wallets and keys also disappear from porches and community spaces.
Local shops and restaurants
Phones, sunglasses, and bags left at cafes, grocery stores, and retail locations recover quickly if reported right away.
Davis Community Channels
Locals help locals. We monitor these spaces around the clock so you don't have to.
Facebook group for any lost or found items in the Davis area
Community hub for lost and found pets specific to Davis
Reddit community for Davis news, events, and community posts including lost items
Neighborhood-level alerts and community sharing in your area of Davis
Common Questions
How long do the Davis Police Department and UC Davis Police hold lost items?
The Davis Police Department holds items in their Evidence and Lost and Found desk; contact them at (530) 747-5441 (Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.) to ask about specific retention timelines. UC Davis Police also maintains a lost and found accessible Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–noon and 1–4 p.m. Items unclaimed by Unitrans are donated to local charities after a set period. ReportLost keeps your report active in all systems and alerts you if items appear, even weeks later.
What if I lost my bike or something valuable on a Unitrans bus?
Call Unitrans directly at (530) 752-1727 to describe your item and ask them to search the bus or their lost and found. If your item was left on a bus, you may be allowed to search the bus yourself. ReportLost files the report with Unitrans and monitors for matches so you don't have to follow up yourself every day.
Do I need to visit the Davis Police station in person to claim my item?
Most items at the Davis Police Department Evidence desk can be claimed after you provide a report number and proof of ownership. Call (530) 747-5441 during office hours (Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.) to confirm before heading in. ReportLost can tell you exactly what to bring and when to go.
How often does ReportLost check Facebook groups and social media for my lost item?
Our monitoring system continuously scans Davis Lost and Found, Pets Lost and Found Davis CA, r/Davis, Nextdoor, and local marketplaces throughout the day and night. We cross-reference your item description, location, and date with every new post. The moment we find a credible match, you're notified, so you can act immediately.
What if my lost item shows up on a marketplace or in a private post I wouldn't see?
That's exactly what ReportLost does for you. We scan marketplaces, community pages, and social feeds you might not think to check regularly. Our automated system flags matches and sends you an alert with the post details and link, so you can reach out or report it to the platform.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We file reports with the Davis Police Department, UC Davis Police, and other local agencies on your behalf, and we add continuous online monitoring that those agencies don't do themselves. You always have the option to contact them directly, but ReportLost saves you time by coordinating everything and keeping watch 24/7 so you don't have to.
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Where to file your report
The sooner you file, the sooner we start searching. One report gets routed to every Davis agency and service that matters, and our team monitors the web continuously for matches. You're not alone in this.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Davis Police Department, UC Davis Police, City of Davis, Unitrans, Yolo County Animal Shelter, or any other local agency. We file reports and provide monitoring on your behalf, but these agencies maintain their own systems and timelines. Always verify directly with them for retention policies and claim procedures.