Lost something in Los Angeles? Report it and get it back.
One report and we route it to the right LAPD area, the relevant Metro, LAX and rideshare lost & found, and active local social channels.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Los Angeles – updated this July 19, 2026
- 📍 Earring lost near Expo/Sepulveda, July 16.
- 📍 Scarf and gloves lost near Hollywood Burbank Airport, July 15.
- 📍 Umbrella lost near Apollo 11 Model Aircraft Field, July 18.
How we help you recover it in Los Angeles
1. You report the loss
Describe the item and where you lost it. The more detail, the better the match.
2. We route it to the right places
The LAPD area covering that spot, plus Metro / LAX / rideshare lost & found and the right social groups.
3. You get matched & notified
If someone finds or turns in your item, you're alerted to arrange pickup.
Spread across roughly 500 square miles, Los Angeles is a city where losing a phone, a wallet, a set of keys — or a pet — can happen anywhere from a Metro train to a beach in Venice. The good news is that LA has several dedicated lost-and-found systems. The hard part is knowing which one handles your case. Report it here and we point you to the right channel and the LAPD area that covers exactly where you lost it.
Whether it happened on the Metro, at LAX, in a rideshare, at a Hollywood venue or on the Westside, acting fast matters — most lost-and-found offices hold items on strict deadlines.
Exactly what to do, based on where you lost it
Los Angeles has many separate lost-and-found systems. Reporting to the wrong one wastes days — here is the right channel for each.
Metro bus or train (and Metrolink)
File a Lost Item Report online with Metro. You'll get a reference number by email; wait 3 business days, then verify at the Lost & Found office. Items are held 90 days. Lost it on a Metrolink train? Call or text 800-371-5465.
Uber, Lyft or taxi
Use the app's "I lost an item" flow to contact your driver (Uber and Lyft both have one). For a traditional taxi, call the company directly with your trip time, pickup and drop-off. We help you gather the exact details.
Handed to the police (LAPD)
The LAPD doesn't run a lost & found, but found property goes into its Property System and is held for 90 days. File a lost-property report through the LAPD's online reporting service, or call 1-877-ASK-LAPD. We tell you which LAPD area covers your loss location.
LAX airport
For items lost in public areas (gates, baggage, curbside, LAX-IT), submit a claim to LAX Airport Police Lost & Found. Property is held about 97 days and mailed to you. On a plane or at the gate? Contact your airline instead.
Street, beach, shop or venue
Ask the venue's front desk or security first (malls, museums, stadiums, hotels and Union Station keep their own lost & found). For items lost outdoors, a public alert on local groups is often what gets an honest finder to reach you.
Lost pet (dog, cat, other)
File a report with LA Animal Services and search Petco Love Lost — LA shelters use it as the main lost-and-found tool through the LA Lost Pet Coalition. Contact your microchip company, and keep your details current. In county areas, use LA County Animal Care.
Don't wait — the first 48 hours matter most
Lost & found offices clear items on strict deadlines. Get in the system now.
Report my lost item →Lost something in a specific LA area?
Los Angeles is huge and spread out. Knowing the area helps you target the right transit hub, LAPD division and local hotspots.
Downtown LA (DTLA)
Union Station, the Financial District, the Arts District and LA Live. Union Station has its own lost & found, and Metro's A/B/D/E lines converge here.
Hollywood & Los Feliz
Hollywood Blvd, the Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory and Los Feliz. High foot traffic and nightlife mean lots of phones and wallets left behind.
Westside (Westwood, UCLA, Brentwood)
UCLA has its own campus lost & found; for items lost off-campus, LAPD's West LA area and rideshare lost-item flows are your best bet.
Venice & the coast
The Venice Boardwalk, Abbot Kinney and the beaches. Items lost on the sand are rarely recovered — post a public alert fast.
The San Fernando Valley
Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys, North Hollywood and Studio City. Metro's B/G lines and Hollywood Burbank Airport serve the Valley.
Koreatown, Silver Lake & Echo Park
Dense, transit-heavy neighborhoods with busy bars and restaurants — check the venue first, then Metro Lost & Found.
Amplify your report on LA's social channels
Most items come back through a person, not an office. We help you create a clean, shareable post and point you to the most active LA communities:
“LA Lost & Found”, neighborhood & Valley groups
r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles
Your exact neighborhood — great for pets
Tag the Metro line, station or venue
Local lost-pet & community pages
UCLA, USC, coworking, residential
Los Angeles lost & found — frequently asked questions
How do I report something lost on LA Metro (bus or train)?
File a Lost Item Report online at lostandfound.metro.net or in person at the Metro Lost & Found office (3571 Pasadena Ave). You'll get a reference number by email; wait 3 business days before checking. Items are held for 90 days.
Does the LAPD have a lost and found?
No. The LAPD does not run a lost and found. Found property goes into their Property System and is held for 90 days. You can still file a lost-property report through the LAPD's online reporting service or by calling 1-877-ASK-LAPD.
I lost something at LAX — what do I do?
For items lost in public areas of the airport, submit a claim to LAX Airport Police Lost & Found (they use the Crowdfind system). Property is held about 97 days and is mailed to you at your expense. For items left on a plane or at the gate, contact your airline; for a rideshare or taxi, contact that company directly.
I left something in an Uber, Lyft or taxi in LA.
Use the app's 'I lost an item' flow to contact your driver (Uber and Lyft both have one). For a traditional taxi, call the taxi company directly with your trip details.
My pet is lost in Los Angeles — where do I start?
File a report with LA Animal Services and use Petco Love Lost — LA shelters use it as the main lost-and-found tool through the LA Lost Pet Coalition. Contact your microchip company too, and make sure your details are current.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
No. ReportLost.org is an independent service that helps you report to the right official channels faster and amplify your search across local social communities. The official offices retain and release the items.
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Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with LA Metro, the LAPD, Los Angeles World Airports (LAX), LA Animal Services or the City of Los Angeles. Official lost-and-found offices retain and release found property.