Lost something in South San Jose Hills? Here is who to contact.
One report to us, and we notify the San Jose Police Department, local lost & found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found items so you don't have to check yourself every day.
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.
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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.
How ReportLost Works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to reach the right local offices and channels in one go.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to San Jose Police, the relevant lost & found desk, and gets shared with active community groups so the word spreads fast.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report automatically matches against new found item posts, local marketplace listings, and community announcements, alerting you the moment a credible match appears.
Where Lost Items Go in South San Jose Hills
Know the right place to report, but let ReportLost do the legwork.
San Jose Police Department
The San Jose Police handle lost and found property reports for the South San Jose Hills area. You can report non-emergency losses by phone or in person at their main office. We'll tell you which precinct covers your loss location and generate the right details to include in your report.
Non-Emergency Line: 408-277-8900|Main Contact & Phone Directory
City of San José
San Jose's city services coordinate lost property handling and can direct you to the right department based on where you lost your item. The Contact Center can connect you to the appropriate desk. We'll make sure you reach the right person on the first call.
San José Mineta International Airport (SJC)
If you lost your wallet, purse, or other items at the airport or on an arriving flight, the SJC Lost & Found Office is your first stop. The office is staffed during business hours. We'll point you to the right office and help prepare your claim.
VTA Public Transit
Lost something on a VTA bus or light rail? The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) runs the regional transit system and maintains a lost & found for items left aboard. Call their dedicated line to check for your item. We can help you gather the exact bus route and time details they'll need.
San Jose Animal Care Center
If your cat or dog is missing, the Animal Care Center is where local shelters check and where people bring found pets. You can file a lost pet report and search their database. Hours include evening tours for searching. For faster action and dedicated support in finding your pet, file a priority lost pet report.
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Acting now makes a difference.
The sooner you report a lost item, the fresher the trail and the more likely someone who found it will still have it. Once your report is filed with ReportLost, you've done the hard part, the search team takes it from here, and your report stays active for months.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, ring, phone, or bracelet in South San Jose Hills can feel overwhelming, especially when you're not sure which office to call first. The San Jose Police Department, the airport, local animal shelters, and community groups all handle lost items, but coordinating across them takes time and effort you may not have. Most people end up calling one place, posting on one group, and hoping for the best, while other potential leads go unchecked.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. File one report with us, and we'll contact the San Jose Police non-emergency line, route your information to the right lost & found desk, and post across active local channels. Best of all, your report stays active for months, automatically crossing new found listings against your description so you can focus on other things instead of refreshing Facebook groups and Craigslist daily.
Common Places People Lose Items in South San Jose Hills
Wherever you lost it, report it to us and we'll cover all the right channels.
Shopping Centers & Retail
Wallets, purses, and phones are frequently left in parking lots, stores, and shopping centers across South San Jose Hills. Check with individual stores first, then report to San Jose Police for a broader search.
VTA Bus Routes & Transit Stops
Items left on buses or at transit shelters are common. VTA's lost & found is active, but time matters, so report quickly to us and we'll also notify local transit channels.
San José Mineta Airport (SJC)
Travelers frequently leave rings, bags, and personal items in terminals or on arriving flights. The airport's lost & found processes items daily, and we can route your report directly to them.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Bracelets and personal items go missing during outdoor activities. Report to us and we'll notify local authorities and community groups monitoring found items in parks.
Active Community Channels
South San Jose Hills residents share found items across these groups and platforms daily. We'll post your report where it counts.
Facebook group for lost and found pets throughout San Jose
Facebook group focused on lost and found pets in the South San Jose area
Reddit community where residents post lost and found items
Craigslist section for lost and found items across the South Bay
Questions About Lost Items in South San Jose Hills
How long does the San Jose Police keep lost and found items before releasing them?
The San Jose Police hold lost property for a standard period before disposal or donation. The exact timeline varies by item type. When you report through us, we'll make sure your item description is filed so that if it comes in, it's connected to your name. Check with the non-emergency line at 408-277-8900 for the current hold period if you want to follow up directly.
What's the best way to claim an item at SJC Airport's lost & found?
Call the Airport Lost & Found Office at 408-392-3559 during their business hours (Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) with a description of your item. You'll likely need to verify ownership. We generate the exact details to include in your claim, saving you time.
If I lost something on the VTA bus, how do I know if it's been turned in?
Call VTA's Lost & Found at 408-321-2300 with details about the bus route, direction, and time you lost the item. Have your description ready. We'll point you to the right transit line and help you compile this information.
How do I search the San Jose Animal Care Center's database if my pet is missing?
Visit the Animal Care Center in person during their daily lost and found tours (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or call 408-794-7297. You can also register your pet as lost with Petco Love Lost and with local shelters. For a faster, more coordinated search across all local shelters and community channels, <a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>file a priority lost pet report</strong></a>.
Will posting on Facebook groups actually help find my lost item?
Yes, local groups like 'All San Jose Lost and Found' and 'Lost And Found Pets South San Jose' have thousands of active members who share found items daily. ReportLost automatically posts to these channels on your behalf as part of your report, so your item description reaches the right people without you having to join and post yourself.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside the San Jose Police and local lost & found offices, not in place of them. When you file a report with us, we notify the police non-emergency line and other official channels, then continue searching on your behalf for months. We're here to make sure your report reaches everyone who can help and to reduce the burden on you.
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File your report now and let us handle the coordination. We'll notify San Jose Police, the relevant lost & found offices, and active community channels, then keep your report active and searching for a match for 12 months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the San Jose Police Department, City of San José, San José Mineta International Airport, VTA, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We work in coordination with these services but are not an official channel. Always contact the appropriate local authority directly if you need immediate assistance or have questions about their specific procedures.