Lost something in Indian Wells? Here is who to contact.
Submit a single report and we notify the Indian Wells Police Department, City Hall, local businesses, 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
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)
No report has been filed in Indian Wells 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 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Indian Wells
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details that matter most to the right recovery channels.
We route it everywhere
Your report goes to Indian Wells Police, City Hall, local shops and venues, and community groups. No more phone tag or guessing which office to call.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period (12 months), we cross-check new found posts, social channels, and local announcements against your description. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to report lost items in Indian Wells
These are the official channels you can contact directly. ReportLost coordinates them all for you.
Indian Wells Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found registry for items reported or turned in. They're available weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and can provide information about items in their custody. We automatically file your report with the right department contact.
City Hall
City Hall can direct you to the appropriate department or agency based on where you lost your item. Staff can also advise on lost and found procedures at public facilities. We tell you which office handles your type of loss.
Local Businesses & Venues
If you lost your item at a shop, restaurant, hotel, or the BNP Paribas Open stadium, call the venue directly. Many keep a lost and found for 30 to 90 days. We generate the exact information to share with each location.
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The nearest commercial airport is about 15 minutes away. PSP has a dedicated lost and found for terminal and parking items. Coordinate with your airline or rental car agency if your loss involves checked baggage or a rental vehicle.
Lost Pet Support
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, contact the Indian Wells Valley Humane Society and post in the active "Lost Animals in the Indian Wells Valley" Facebook group. Check PawBoost and LostMyDoggie databases, and notify local veterinary clinics and microchip registries. We help you file a priority lost pet report and alert all animal recovery channels at once.
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Time matters, but you're not alone
The sooner you report a loss, the sooner our team springs into action and your report starts working the phones and the network. Once you've submitted, you can step back and trust that we're coordinating with police, businesses, and your community. Most recoveries happen within the first two weeks, and your report remains active the entire time.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Indian Wells means contacting the Police Department, checking City Hall, posting on Facebook groups, searching PawBoost if it's a pet, and hoping someone finds and reports it to the right place. That's multiple calls, multiple websites, and days of uncertainty. Worse, many lost items never resurface because the person who finds it doesn't know where to return it, or posts go unseen in the noise of social media.
ReportLost cuts through the confusion. One report, one submission, and we handle the routing. We alert the Indian Wells Police Department's lost and found desk, notify local businesses and community channels, and keep your report active in the background for months, automatically matching it against new posts and announcements so you can breathe easy knowing the search is live and working for you.
Common places to lose items in Indian Wells
Knowing where you lost your item helps us route your report to the right office.
Downtown & Eldorado Drive Corridor
Shops, restaurants, and City Hall cluster around Eldorado Drive. High-traffic area where wallets, phones, and keys are often misplaced or left behind.
BNP Paribas Open Stadium & Tennis Center
Major event venue with large crowds during tournament season. Lost items are turned in to the stadium's Lost and Found (north side of Stadium 3).
Palm Desert Area & Surrounding Retail
Close by retail and dining district where items are frequently lost in shops and parking areas. Just minutes south of Indian Wells proper.
Residential & Golf Course Areas
Indian Wells is known for its golf courses and residential communities. Items lost on courses or in neighborhood areas can be reported to local security or the Police Department.
Highway 111 & Main Roads
Major thoroughfare and taxi routes. Report items lost in vehicles or on buses to the Police Department or the driver/transportation service directly.
Community channels where found items are posted
Check these groups and networks regularly, and we'll alert you to mentions that match your report.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets across Ridgecrest, Inyokern, Trona, and the wider Indian Wells Valley area.
Facebook group focusing on lost and found pets in the Indian Wells and Palm Desert region.
Reddit community for the Coachella Valley area, including Indian Wells; users post lost and found items and pet alerts.
Neighborhood-level networks often share found items and lost pet sightings within hours of discovery.
National lost pet databases with dedicated Indian Wells, CA sections; popular for pet searches.
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Indian Wells
How long does the Indian Wells Police Department keep lost and found items?
The Police Department typically holds lost and found property for a set period before disposal. Contact them at (760) 836-1600 to inquire about specific items and retention policies. When you report with ReportLost, we file the details so they know to watch for your item.
What if I lost my item at a local business or restaurant?
Call the business directly as soon as possible, as they often keep lost items in a drawer or drawer for 30 to 90 days. Most are happy to hold items once they know who owns them. ReportLost also alerts local venues so they can cross-reference incoming found items with your report.
What should I do if I lost something at the BNP Paribas Open?
Head to the Lost and Found office on the north side of Stadium 3 during or shortly after the event, or contact the stadium's events team. Fill out their found item form if you're checking after the fact. We can help you document and coordinate with the venue.
Is there public transit lost and found in Indian Wells?
Indian Wells is primarily car-based, but if you lost an item on a rideshare (Uber/Lyft) or taxi, contact the driver's support team or the driver directly as soon as possible. ReportLost can help you get the details to the right service.
How do I report a lost pet in Indian Wells?
Contact the Indian Wells Valley Humane Society, post immediately in the "Lost Animals in the Indian Wells Valley" Facebook group, and list your pet on PawBoost and LostMyDoggie. Notify local vets and microchip registries. ReportLost's lost pet report does all of this coordination in one step.
Is ReportLost.org an official service?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Indian Wells Police Department or City Hall. We're designed to make reporting and coordinating your lost item search easier by routing your information to the right official channels and community networks. You can also report directly to police and businesses yourself, but ReportLost saves you time and keeps your report active in the background for months.
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The sooner you file your report, the sooner we notify the Indian Wells Police Department, local businesses, and your community. Your report will stay active and working for you for 12 months. Every day counts, but once you've submitted, the heavy lifting is ours.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Indian Wells Police Department, City of Indian Wells, Indian Wells Valley Humane Society, or any other government or private entity listed above. We coordinate on your behalf but do not replace official reporting channels. For emergencies, contact 911 or the Indian Wells Police Department directly at (760) 836-1600.