Lost something in Manhattan Beach? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report reaches the Manhattan Beach Police Department, local Animal Control, beachside retailers, and active South Bay community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching against new found items.
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)
Reported in Manhattan Beach
- PassportOctober 14
- SmartphoneSeptember 28
- PurseSeptember 23
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 Manhattan Beach
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate the exact details needed for police, animal control, and local channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Manhattan Beach Police, local animal services, community Facebook groups, and South Bay lost-and-found networks that handle recoveries.
Your report keeps searching
For 12 months, your report stays active and automatically checks new found-item posts and announcements. You get alerted the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to refresh sites daily.
Where to report and recover lost items in Manhattan Beach
Reporting channels, contact info, and what each handles
Manhattan Beach Police Department
Report lost items or file a police report at the station. For non-emergencies, call (310) 545-4566. For lost property specifically, the main line is (310) 802-5140. We tell you exactly which precinct covers your loss area and prepare the details to include when you call.
Manhattan Beach City Hall
City Hall can direct you to specific departments or advise on lost items found on public property. Open Monday–Thursday 8 AM–5 PM, Friday 8 AM–4 PM. Phone (310) 802-5000. Located at 1400 Highland Avenue.
Lost pets (dogs, cats, and animals)
Manhattan Beach Animal Control handles lost and found pets, microchip lookups, and animal sightings. Call the Parking and Animal Control Office at (310) 802-5159 for service calls or (310) 802-5160 during business hours. spcaLA in the area also maintains lost pet records and can be reached at (310) 220-2978 (appointment only). If you've lost a dog or cat, file a priority lost pet report to reach pet-specific networks faster.
LAX Lost and Found
If you lost an item at Los Angeles International Airport (about 15 miles away), contact the LAX Airport Police Division. Phone (424) 273-7266 or (310) 646-2911, or use the Lost and Found portal at flylax.com. Items are held, so calling quickly improves recovery odds.
Local transit and Big Blue Bus
If you lost an item on a bus in the South Bay area, contact Big Blue Bus customer service or the LA Metro Lost and Found. Metro holds items for 90 days. Call Metro at the number on their website or contact Big Blue Bus directly to check local route lost and found.
Retail and public venues
Local shops, restaurants, and the Manhattan Beach Pier often hold found items for a few days. We guide you on which venue to contact based on where you lost your item, and generate the description to use when you call.
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Speed up your search—report now
The sooner your report is filed, the sooner it reaches local authorities and community channels. Once submitted, your report continues searching automatically, so you can focus on other things.
Report my lost item →Manhattan Beach stretches from the pier to the neighborhoods inland, and losing something means chasing down separate police records, animal control lists, local Facebook groups, and retail lost-and-found desks all on your own. Whether it's a key ring dropped at The Manhattan Beach Post Office, a phone lost near Polliwog Park, or a pet that wandered off near the Manhattan Beach Pier, the pieces don't talk to each other.
ReportLost cuts through that. One form, one submission, and we handle routing your loss to every relevant local channel at once. Once your report is filed, it stays active in the background, continuously cross-checking new found items and social posts against your description. You can take a breath, the reporting system now searches for you.
Common places items go missing in Manhattan Beach
Hotspots where ReportLost reports get routed
Manhattan Beach Pier and Beachfront
Keys, phones, and personal items frequently lost along the sand and pier area. Police and local groups monitor this zone closely.
Downtown Manhattan Beach (Highland & Myrtle)
Shops, restaurants, and parking lots in the business district. Local retailers keep records of found items.
Polliwog Park and Recreation Areas
Park grounds, playgrounds, and sports facilities where pets and belongings go missing during activities.
South Bay Transit Corridors
Bus stops and local transit hubs where commuter items are sometimes left behind.
Residential Neighborhoods
Street-level losses and pet escapes reported through community Facebook groups and neighbors.
South Bay community channels
Where locals post found items and pet alerts
Reddit community for South Bay cities including Manhattan Beach, with active lost pet and lost item posts
Local Facebook group covering the South Bay area with regular lost and found posts
Official MBPD page where some lost and found alerts and community safety updates appear
Neighborhood-level app where Manhattan Beach residents post lost items and found pets by zone
Dedicated lost pet networks with thousands of active South Bay pet alerts
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Manhattan Beach Police keep lost items?
The Police Department holds found items for a set retention period; check with them directly at (310) 802-5140 for current policy. Our report keeps your search active during the entire recovery window, so even if one venue's holding period expires, the broader search continues.
What if my pet is lost in Manhattan Beach?
Contact Animal Control at (310) 802-5159 immediately, and file a lost pet report with spcaLA (310) 220-2978). Both organizations cross-check microchip databases and community sightings. File a priority lost pet report with us to reach specialized pet networks and ensure alerts go to all local pet rescue groups.
Can I report a loss that happened at LAX?
Yes. If you lost an item at LAX, start by contacting the Airport Police Division directly at (424) 273-7266, then include LAX in your ReportLost report so we route it to airport systems as well.
How does ReportLost actually keep my report active?
Once filed, your report stays in our system for your chosen period (12 months). We automatically monitor new found-item announcements, community posts, and local police updates, and cross-reference them with your description. The moment a credible match appears, you're alerted, so you don't have to check Facebook groups or police logs every day yourself.
What if I find an item in Manhattan Beach—how do I report it?
If you find something, bring it to the Manhattan Beach Police Station (420 15th Street) or call (310) 802-5140 if there's ID attached. For found pets, contact Animal Control at (310) 802-5159.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service designed to streamline reporting and keep your search active across multiple channels. We are not a government agency, but we work with local police, animal control, and community systems. For emergencies, always call 911. For lost items and non-emergency reports, using ReportLost ensures your information reaches the right places faster and stays searchable for months, complementing direct police reports.
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Every hour counts—the sooner your item is reported, the sooner local channels are notified and the automatic search begins. Once filed, your report works for you in the background.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Manhattan Beach Police Department, City of Manhattan Beach, LA Metro, LAX, spcaLA, or any government agency. We partner with and route information to these official channels to accelerate your report, but we are not a government entity. Always verify contact information and hours directly with local agencies. For emergencies, call 911.