Lost & Found Guide

Lost something in Duarte? Report it and get help recovering it.

One report connects you with Duarte Public Safety, local animal control, Foothill Transit, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously 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

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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

Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.

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How ReportLost Works

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You Report Your Loss

Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right places in Duarte: the Sheriff's station, City Hall, transit authorities, and community networks.

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We Route It to the Right Places

Your report is sent to Duarte Public Safety, Foothill Transit Lost & Found (if relevant), and Pasadena Humane (for pets). We also post to local Facebook groups and Nextdoor so your neighbors can help.

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Your Report Keeps Searching

You can stop checking Craigslist, marketplace groups, and lost & found pages every day. Your report stays active for your entire search period, automatically matching against new found items, posts, and local listings so you don't miss anything.

Where to Report a Lost Item in Duarte

File a report with ReportLost, then reach out directly to these local offices.

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Duarte Public Safety & Sheriff Services

Lost items found on city property or turned in to local authorities often end up here. We tell you which station covers your loss location and guide you on what info to provide.

Duarte Public Safety

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Foothill Transit Lost & Found

If you lost something on a Duarte eBus, contact Foothill Transit's Lost & Found. We generate the exact details to include when you call so your item can be located faster.

Foothill Transit Lost & Found

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City Hall & General Inquiries

Duarte City Hall can point you to the right department or office if your item was turned in to the city. We help you navigate the best contact for your specific situation.

Duarte City Hall

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Lost & Found Pets

Duarte Animal Control and Pasadena Humane maintain lost & found records for pets. We point you to the right desk and help you file a priority lost pet report across all local shelters and networks. File a priority lost pet report.

Duarte Animal Control|Pasadena Humane Lost & Found Pet Support

⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.

Filing your report takes just a few minutes.

The sooner you report, the sooner all the local channels and your community neighbors start looking. Once submitted, your report continues working in the background for the entire search period.

Report my lost item →

Losing a wallet, ring, phone, or beloved pet in Duarte can be stressful. Items turn up in different places, lost pets are reported to multiple shelters, and found items sit in separate lost & found offices with no single entry point. Between Sheriff Services, the city's Animal Control, Foothill Transit, and community Facebook groups, it's easy for your lost item to fall through the cracks.

ReportLost simplifies the entire process. One report reaches all the right channels in Duarte at once, and then your report keeps working for you for months, matching against new found items, posts, and alerts without you having to refresh pages or post daily. Once you file, you can breathe easy knowing the search is active.

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Common Places Where Items Are Lost in Duarte

These areas see the most lost and found activity locally.

Downtown Duarte & Huntington Drive

The main commercial corridor is busy with foot traffic, buses, and shoppers, making it a frequent loss point for wallets, phones, and small items.

Duarte Recreation Areas & Parks

Parks and recreation facilities host community events and families, where rings, glasses, and personal items are commonly left behind or turned in to staff.

Foothill Transit Bus Stops & Routes

Items lost on the eBus network are reported to Foothill Transit Lost & Found; report quickly to increase recovery odds.

Residential Neighborhoods

Pets and personal items lost in neighborhoods are often spotted by neighbors; local Facebook groups and Nextdoor are vital for community-wide alerts.

Community Networks Helping With Lost Items

Your report reaches these active channels in Duarte.

Duarte Community Facebook Group
General community updates and lost item posts
Duarte Lost & Found Alerts
Dedicated lost and found discussions and sightings
Nextdoor Duarte
Hyperlocal neighborhood alerts and found item reports
Local Pet Lost & Found Groups
Community members sharing photos and tips for lost pets

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Sheriff's Station keep lost items?

Items turned in to Duarte Public Safety or Temple Sheriff's Station are typically held for a period before being disposed of. ReportLost ensures your report stays active for 12 months, so the search doesn't stop even if an office's holding period ends. Check with Sheriff Services at (626) 357-7938 for specifics on recent items.

What should I do if I lost something on a Duarte eBus?

Contact Foothill Transit Lost & Found at 1-800-RIDE-INFO (743-3463), M–F 7 AM to 6 PM. ReportLost will generate the exact description and location details to give them. Check back after a few days to see if your item was turned in.

How do I report a lost pet in Duarte?

Contact Duarte Animal Control at (626) 357-7931 and Pasadena Humane Lost & Found at (626) 792-7151 ext. 975. ReportLost offers a priority lost pet report that reaches both shelters, local networks, and community pages simultaneously. <a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>File a priority lost pet report here</strong></a>.

How do I file a report with the city if my item might have been turned in to City Hall?

Call Duarte City Hall at (626) 357-7931, Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM–6 PM. Describe your item and ask if it's been turned in. ReportLost connects you to the right department so you don't have to guess which office to call.

Can I check Ontario Airport's Lost & Found from Duarte?

If you lost an item at Ontario International Airport (ONT), contact their Lost & Found office at (909) 544-5128. Ontario is about 30 miles from Duarte. ReportLost can help coordinate if your loss involves travel through the airport.

Is ReportLost.org an official city service?

No, ReportLost is an independent service that partners with and alerts official channels like Duarte Public Safety, Animal Control, and Foothill Transit. We do not replace the police or official lost & found offices. We streamline the process by submitting your report once, and then keeping it active in the background while the official agencies handle the actual lost & found operations. You maintain full visibility and can contact authorities directly anytime.

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Report now and let Duarte's public safety, transit, animal control, and community networks help you find it. Your report stays active for months, so you can move on while the search continues.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the City of Duarte, Duarte Public Safety, Sheriff Services, Foothill Transit, Pasadena Humane, or any other local authority or business mentioned. We facilitate reporting and matching but do not operate the official lost & found offices or guarantee recovery. Always contact the relevant local agencies directly for official inquiries.