Lost something in Oroville East? Report it and keep searching.
One report connects you with the Oroville Police Department, City Hall, local transit, and active community channels. Your report stays active, matching new found items automatically.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
What ReportLost does for you
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details once so you don't have to repeat them across multiple offices and agencies.
We notify the right places
Your report goes to Oroville Police, City Hall, B-Line Transit if relevant, Northwest SPCA for pets, and reaches active local Facebook groups and community boards all at once.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report continues matching against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, no daily checking required.
Where to report a lost item in Oroville East
Local offices, transit, and community channels that accept lost-item reports
Oroville Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found for items recovered in the city. You can report your loss in person, by phone, or email. We confirm which precinct or desk handles your specific location and generate the exact report details to include.
City Hall
Oroville City Hall can help you locate the right department for your lost item and point you toward unclaimed property records. We identify the correct office and hours so you spend less time on hold.
B-Line Transit Lost & Found
If you left your item on a B-Line bus, their lost and found team can search their current inventory and retrieve items from specific routes. We tell you the quickest way to report and follow up.
Lost Pets
Losing a cat or dog in Oroville East? Northwest SPCA and Butte County Animal Control work together to reunite lost pets with their owners. Reporting to both increases visibility across the local shelter network. File a priority lost pet report.
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Found it helpful?
The sooner you report, the sooner your item can start being matched. Once your report is filed, the search happens in the background, and you're notified if a match appears.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Oroville East means contacting the police, checking City Hall, calling transit, visiting the SPCA, and scrolling through scattered Facebook posts and Craigslist. Each place works independently, and you're left doing the legwork day after day. ReportLost bundles all of this into one clear action, then keeps your item in active search mode while you move forward.
The difference is that your report doesn't sit in a lost-and-found file waiting for you to check back. Instead, it stays live for 12 months, continuously cross-referencing new found items and community alerts with your description. Once you report, you can stop worrying about whether you've contacted the right desk or missed a post somewhere. We handle the ongoing match-finding for you.
Common places where items are lost in Oroville East
Neighborhoods and landmarks where reports often originate
Downtown Oroville
Montgomery Street and surrounding shops are frequent locations for lost wallets, phones, and personal items. City Hall and police are centrally located here.
Oroville Municipal Airport Area
Items are regularly lost near the airport and along Airport Parkway. Contact the Oroville Police for items found in this vicinity.
Transit & Public Spaces
B-Line bus routes and transit stops throughout Oroville are common places to leave bags, keys, and glasses. Check with transit lost and found first.
Residential & Park Areas
Neighborhoods along Tehama Avenue and local parks see lost pets and personal items. Community Facebook groups often post sightings here.
Local community groups and channels
Where Oroville residents post found items and help each other
Active Facebook group dedicated to lost and found dogs, cats, and pets in the Oroville area
County-wide community posts for lost items and lost pets across Oroville and surrounding areas
Local Oroville Craigslist section where community members post found items and lost-and-found notices
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Oroville East
How long do police and transit keep lost items before disposing of them?
Oroville Police and B-Line Transit typically hold items for 30 to 90 days, though this can vary. Contact them directly at (530) 538-2448 to confirm the hold period for your specific item and retrieve it before the deadline. ReportLost keeps your report active much longer, continuing to search for matches even after individual agencies cycle through their inventory.
Where should I report a lost pet in Oroville East?
Contact Northwest SPCA at 2787 South 5th Avenue or Butte County Animal Control at (530) 552-3888. Posting in the local 'Oroville lost and found pets' Facebook group also reaches thousands of neighbors who may have seen your pet. Filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost ensures your pet description circulates across all these channels at once.
Can I report a lost item if I don't remember the exact location?
Yes. Describe the area as best you can, the time you last had it, and any landmarks nearby. Oroville Police and ReportLost can work with approximate locations. The more detail you provide, the better the match when someone finds it.
What if I lost my item on a B-Line bus but don't know which route?
Call B-Line Transit at (530) 342-0221 and select Option #1. Tell them what day and approximately when you rode. They can help narrow down the route. ReportLost also ensures your report reaches transit systems, so if your item turns up, they'll know to contact you.
How does ReportLost connect me with Oroville's lost-and-found offices?
When you file a report with ReportLost, we route your details to Oroville Police, City Hall, B-Line Transit if relevant, Northwest SPCA for pets, and alert active community groups. You don't make separate calls; we handle the routing. Your report then stays active, matching new found items automatically for up to 12 months, so you're not chasing leads daily.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside local police and city agencies, not instead of them. We complement official lost-and-found offices by consolidating your report, ensuring it reaches the right places, and keeping your description in active search mode over time. We do not replace police reports for stolen items or emergency situations. For emergencies, always dial 911.
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Ready to report your lost item?
The first step is simple: tell us what you lost and where. From there, your report starts working across Oroville's police, transit, animal services, and community channels. You'll know that the search is active and you don't have to manage each channel separately.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Oroville Police Department, City of Oroville, B-Line Transit, Northwest SPCA, Butte County Animal Control, or any other city, county, or transit agency listed. We do not replace official police or agency lost-and-found services. All information provided is accurate to the best of our knowledge based on publicly available sources. Verify current hours, policies, and contact information directly with each agency before visiting.