Lost something in Sebastopol? Report it and we'll get it searching.
One report reaches the Sebastopol Police Department, local transit services, relevant businesses, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found item posts and local listings.
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)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where in Sebastopol, and any details that matter. We gather the exact information needed to file with the right local services.
We route it to the right places
We notify the Sebastopol Police Department, Sonoma County Transit, Sonoma County Animal Services if it's a pet, and post your alert across active local community channels so neighbors see it immediately.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and automatically matches against new found item posts on local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and community marketplaces. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to Search & Report in Sebastopol
These are the official channels you can contact directly. ReportLost handles routing to all of them so you don't have to.
Sebastopol Police Department
Report lost items directly to police dispatch or the front lobby, open 24 hours. If you lost something at a business or on a street, police can file the report and check their lost and found. We generate the exact details to include when you contact them.
City of Sebastopol
City Hall coordinates with local departments and businesses. If you're unsure which city service handles your loss, or if you lost something at a city facility, contact City Hall. We point you to the right desk so your inquiry reaches the person who can help.
Sonoma County Transit & Local Buses
If you left something on a Sonoma County Transit bus, SMART train, or Santa Rosa CityBus, contact their lost and found directly. Items are typically kept for 30 days. We tell you which transit service covers your route and what information to provide.
Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport
If you lost something at STS Airport or on a flight, their lost and found office is open 7 a.m. to midnight daily. Call or email with a description, and they'll search their hold area. We help you describe your item clearly for the airport staff.
Lost Pets
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing in Sebastopol, contact Sonoma County Animal Services or the Humane Society of Sonoma County immediately. They maintain a database of found animals and can post your pet's description. Time is critical, and local Facebook pet groups spread the word fast. file a priority lost pet report
Local Businesses & Public Spaces
Check with the specific place where you lost your item, whether it's a shop on Main Street, Leghorn Park, a restaurant, or a neighborhood business. Many businesses hold found items at their front desk for 30 days or longer. We help you document the exact location and time so businesses can search their records.
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Ready to search?
The sooner you file a report, the sooner it activates across all channels and starts matching against community posts. Once you report, you can focus on other things, knowing your search is happening in the background.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Sebastopol can feel scattered. Between calling the police non-emergency line, reaching out to local businesses on Bodega Avenue, checking with Sonoma County Transit if you used the bus, and scrolling through multiple Facebook groups, the search gets fragmented fast. Each service keeps its own records, and there's no central way to know if someone found your wallet, keys, or phone without tracking down each place yourself.
ReportLost simplifies this entirely. One report connects you to every channel that matters in Sebastopol, from the Police Department at 6850 Laguna Park Way to the Sonoma County Animal Services. The difference: your report stays active and keeps searching for you automatically for months. You won't wake up one day six weeks later and miss a post because you forgot to check a group. We notify you when a real match shows up.
Common places where items go missing in Sebastopol
If you can pinpoint where you lost something, let us know, and we'll make sure the right local services are notified.
Downtown Sebastopol & Bodega Avenue
Shops, cafes, and restaurants along the main commercial strip are frequent spots for lost wallets, rings, and phones. Check with individual businesses first, then report to police dispatch.
Leghorn Park & Public Parks
Community parks draw locals for picnics and gatherings. Lost items like bags, glasses, and keys are often turned in to nearby ranger offices or community centers. Local Facebook groups stay active with park-related finds.
Public Transit Stops & Routes
Sonoma County Transit buses and SMART train stops are common places to lose items during commutes. Call transit lost and found within 24 hours for the best chance of recovery.
Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport
Passengers frequently misplace items at security, gates, or baggage claim. The airport's lost and found office holds items and checks for matches when you call.
Residential neighborhoods
Items lost on local streets or sidewalks may be turned in by neighbors or picked up by city services. Nextdoor and neighborhood Facebook groups are excellent for neighborhood-specific searches.
Community channels where found items are shared
These groups keep Sebastopol and the wider Sonoma County community connected. We post your alert here automatically.
Nextdoor
Questions about losing and finding items in Sebastopol
How long does the Sebastopol Police Department keep lost items?
The Police Department maintains a lost and found at 6850 Laguna Park Way. It's best to call their non-emergency line at (707) 829-4400 within 24 to 48 hours of losing something to inquire about retention periods and file an official report. Check with them regularly if your item hasn't been found yet.
What happens if I lose something on a Sonoma County Transit bus?
Call Sonoma County Transit's Lost and Found at (707) 565-7433 or (800) 345-7433, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Most items are kept for 30 days. Provide the route number, date, and time you traveled. If you used Santa Rosa CityBus, call (707) 543-3333 instead.
How long does a business typically hold found items?
Most local businesses and shops on Bodega Avenue and Main Street hold found items for 30 to 90 days before discarding them. Call or visit in person within a few days of losing something. The sooner you contact them, the better your chances.
Should I report my lost item to police even if it's not valuable?
Yes. Filing a police report creates an official record and activates the lost and found system. It also helps ReportLost notify all relevant channels on your behalf. Sentimental items like rings, bracelets, and family heirlooms matter just as much as expensive ones.
How does ReportLost's search continue if I don't check every day?
Once you file a report, we automatically match your item description against new posts in local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, buy/sell/trade listings, and community marketplaces for 12 months. You'll receive an alert the instant a credible match appears, so you don't have to monitor social media yourself.
Is ReportLost an official city service or police department?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels like the Sebastopol Police Department and Sonoma County services. We're not part of the government, but we route your report to them and help amplify your search across community channels. We replace the hassle of calling multiple places yourself, not the police.
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Don't spend weeks searching on your own.
One report activates your search across every relevant channel in Sebastopol and keeps working for you automatically. File now and get back to your day knowing the network is looking.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Sebastopol, Sebastopol Police Department, Sonoma County Transit, Sonoma County Animal Services, Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport, or any other local government or business entity. We help route your lost item report to these official channels and amplify your search across community networks, but we do not replace them. Always contact the relevant local service directly for official filing and legal purposes.