Simi Valley Lost & Found Guide

Lost something in Simi Valley? Here is where to report it.

One report, and we connect you with the Simi Valley Police Department, reach out to local transit and venues, plus monitor Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and the web 24/7 so you don't have to.

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

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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

Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.

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How ReportLost Works

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You tell us what you lost

Describe your item, where you left it, and when. We gather all the details needed to alert the right authorities and venues across Simi Valley.

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We route it to the right places

Your report goes straight to the Simi Valley Police Department non-emergency line, Ventura County Animal Services if it's a pet, local transit, and any relevant businesses or venues. You're covered on all fronts.

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We monitor the web for matches

Our system continuously scans Simi Valley Lost and Found groups, local Facebook pages, Nextdoor, marketplaces, and other public channels for posts about found items. When a potential match appears, we alert you right away. No more checking the same groups every day.

Where to Report a Lost Item in Simi Valley

These are the main places items turn up. ReportLost alerts them all at once and keeps monitoring for you.

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Simi Valley Police Department

The police non-emergency line takes lost property reports and can advise on where your item is most likely to surface. We tell you exactly which precinct covers your loss location and generate the details they'll ask for.

Call (805) 583-6950 for non-emergency reports|Email: policedept@simivalley.org

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Simi Valley City Hall

City Hall can point you toward the right department if your item was lost at a city facility or event. We connect you with the appropriate city office so you get answers faster.

Phone: (805) 583-6700|Address: 2929 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley, CA 93063

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Simi Valley Transit

If you left something on a local bus, Simi Valley Transit's lost and found system can help retrieve it. We ensure your report reaches their customer service line so items are set aside for you.

Call (805) 583-6456 for lost items on buses

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Lost or Found Pet

If your pet is missing, Ventura County Animal Services and the Simi Valley Animal Shelter are your lifeline. They hold found animals and can help you search local networks. We alert them immediately and monitor pet-specific Facebook groups and PawBoost continuously so reunions happen faster. File a priority lost pet report.

Ventura County Animal Services: (805) 388-4341|Address: 670 W. Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065

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Start Your Search Today

The sooner your loss is reported and monitored, the higher the chances of recovery. ReportLost gets the word out to all the right places and keeps watch for you around the clock.

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Losing something in Simi Valley can feel overwhelming, especially when you're not sure where to start. The police department handles reports one way, animal control operates separately, bus transit has its own lost and found, and people post found items across multiple Facebook groups and community pages. Coordinating all those calls and searches yourself takes time you don't have.

ReportLost does the legwork for you. Once you file a report, we notify the Simi Valley Police Department, coordinate with Ventura County Animal Services if needed, and keep continuous watch across local social channels and the web. We search 12 months so you can breathe easier knowing someone is actively looking on your behalf, every single day.

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Common Places Losses Happen in Simi Valley

No matter where you lost your item, report it and let us search the right channels.

Downtown & Tapo Canyon Road

The city center and main commercial corridor, including shops and transit hubs where items are frequently left behind.

Los Angeles Avenue

A busy retail and dining area where lost items are commonly recovered from restaurants, stores, and parking lots.

Sycamore Drive & Transit Centers

Local bus stops and transit facilities where belongings are often misplaced on or near public transportation.

Residential Neighborhoods

Items lost during outings to parks, sidewalks, or community events in Simi Valley's residential areas.

Lost & Found on Social Media

Simi Valley residents actively post found items in these community groups. We monitor them all for you.

Simi Valley Lost and Found (Facebook)
A public group dedicated to reuniting lost and found items with their owners
Simi Valley, CA Lost & Found Cats, Dogs & Pets (Facebook)
A pet-focused group where found and lost animals are posted daily
r/simivalley (Reddit)
The local Simi Valley subreddit where community members report found items and lost pets
Nextdoor (Simi Valley neighborhoods)
Neighborhood-level alerts where found items and lost pets are shared block by block

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will Simi Valley Police hold a lost item if someone turns it in?

Most police departments hold lost property for 90 days. If your item is turned in during that window, contact the Simi Valley Police Department at (805) 583-6950 to claim it. ReportLost keeps searching beyond that period across community channels.

If I leave something on a Simi Valley Transit bus, how do I get it back?

Call Simi Valley Transit at (805) 583-6456 as soon as possible with details of which bus and the route. Items held by transit typically have a grace period of a few weeks. ReportLost will make sure this call happens and track the outcome.

How quickly can Ventura County Animal Services help if my pet is missing?

Contact them immediately at (805) 388-4341 during office hours (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) or in person at 670 W. Los Angeles Ave. They scan microchips and hold found animals. ReportLost alerts them right away and monitors pet groups and PawBoost continuously.

What if I lost something at a store or restaurant in Simi Valley?

Call the business directly or revisit it within 24 hours if possible. ReportLost also monitors local Facebook groups and posts from businesses that advertise found items, so we may spot it for you.

Can ReportLost replace filing a police report?

ReportLost is an independent service that automates the process of alerting police, transit, animal control, and local community channels, plus monitors the web for matches. It is not a replacement for an official police report. For valuable items or theft, you may still want to file a formal report directly with the Simi Valley Police Department at (805) 583-6950.

Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with the Simi Valley Police Department?

No. ReportLost is an independent service. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Simi Valley Police Department, Ventura County Animal Services, or any local government agency. We act as a coordinator and monitoring service to help you navigate these channels faster and maintain continuous watch across the web and social platforms on your behalf.

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Ready to Report Your Loss?

The sooner you file a report, the sooner our team starts working on your behalf. We'll handle the outreach and keep searching the web and community channels for you, 24/7, for up to 12 months.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the Simi Valley Police Department, Simi Valley City Hall, Ventura County Animal Services, Simi Valley Transit, or any other local government or private business mentioned on this page. We coordinate reporting and monitor public online channels on your behalf, but we cannot guarantee recovery. For emergencies or crimes, call 911 or the Simi Valley Police Department non-emergency line at (805) 583-6950.