Lost your wallet, keys, or pet at UC Davis? Get it back with one report.
Submit a single report and we connect you with UC Davis Police Lost & Found, the City of Davis, Unitrans, and active local groups. Your report stays active, so you can stop checking multiple sites yourself.
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
- 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 at UC Davis
You file one report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the exact details needed for UC Davis Police, the City of Davis, and Unitrans.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to UC Davis Police Lost & Found, Davis city services, and campus transit. You get a reference number so you can follow up anytime.
Your report keeps searching
For 12 months, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items posted to UC Davis and Davis lost & found channels. You'll get an alert if there's a credible match, so you don't have to refresh feeds every day.
Where lost items end up at UC Davis and Davis
Know where to report, but let us handle the routing
UC Davis Police Lost & Found
The central hub for lost items on campus. Items are logged into their database, and you can search or report directly. We tell you your campus location so you file in the right precinct, and we help you report with all the details they need.
Unitrans Lost & Found
Lost something on a campus or Davis bus? Unitrans keeps a lost & found repository. We make sure your report reaches their office directly with the right bus route and time details so they can pinpoint your item faster.
City of Davis
Items lost off campus go to City of Davis Police. We route your report to the right department and include location details so they know which Lost & Found desk or precinct to check.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog in Davis or on campus, time matters. We connect you with SPCA resources, local Facebook groups like Pets Lost and Found Davis CA, and campus alerts. Your pet report gets priority reach and stays active across multiple channels. File a priority lost pet report
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The sooner you report, the better
Items move quickly through lost & found systems, and active listings disappear as items are recycled or donated. Filing your report now means we can start routing it immediately to UC Davis Police, Unitrans, and local groups. Once it's in, your search runs itself for months.
Report my lost item →At UC Davis and across the city of Davis, lost items scatter across different systems. Your ring might end up in Kleiber Hall, your phone at a Unitrans depot, your wallet at a local business, or your dog spotted on a neighborhood Facebook group. Contacting each place individually takes time, and items move fast.
ReportLost simplifies the search. One report reaches UC Davis Police, the City of Davis, Unitrans, and social channels all at once. Then your report stays live in the system, automatically checking for matches across campus found listings, city-wide reports, and community groups for months. You can breathe easy knowing someone isn't just looking once—your report keeps working for you.
Common places where things go missing at UC Davis
Your location helps us route faster
Core Campus & Academic Quad
Classrooms, libraries, and student centers see frequent lost items. Wallets and backpacks often end up at the Shields Library or classroom lost & founds.
Dorm & Residential Areas
Keys and ID cards are commonly lost in residence halls. Campus Police can check individual dorm lost & founds if you note your building.
Unitrans Buses & Stops
Phones, glasses, and bags left on buses are logged by Unitrans. Include the route number and time of day when you report so they can trace the bus.
UC Davis Dining & Recreation
Rings, wallets, and personal items slip away during meals and recreation. Many facilities have their own lost & found desks.
Downtown Davis & Local Businesses
Off-campus losses—at shops, restaurants, or parks—go to City of Davis Police or individual business lost & founds. We help you identify which businesses to contact.
The campus and community are watching for you
We post to these channels so your item gets eyes on it
Community subreddit where students post lost items and sightings
Active Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets in Davis
Campus-wide groups where lost & found posts circulate quickly
Neighborhood-level alerts that reach nearby residents
Questions about lost & found at UC Davis and Davis
How long does UC Davis Police keep lost items?
UC Davis Police holds items for a period before donation or disposal. The sooner you report, the sooner they can pull your item from their incoming pile. That's why filing within hours or a day makes a real difference.
Where is the UC Davis Police Lost & Found office?
It's located at 625 Kleiber Hall Drive, Davis, CA 95616. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. You can also call 530-752-1011 for inquiries.
What if I lost something on Unitrans?
Unitrans Lost & Found is located in Room 5 of the basement of South Hall. You can reach them at 530-752-2877 or unitrans@ucdavis.edu. Have your bus route and approximate time ready when you contact them.
Can I search the UC Davis Lost & Found database before reporting?
Yes. Visit https://police.ucdavis.edu/lost-and-found to search found items. If your item isn't listed yet, file a report so campus police can start looking and flag it when it arrives.
I lost my pet in Davis. What's the fastest way to spread the word?
Post immediately to Pets Lost and Found Davis CA on Facebook and contact local vets and shelters. ReportLost connects you with these channels and keeps your pet alert active so new sightings reach you. Filing a lost pet report ensures it stays circulated for months.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for UC Davis Police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We're not affiliated with UC Davis Police, UC Davis, the City of Davis, or Unitrans. We don't replace official reporting, we supplement it by routing your report to the right official channels and keeping it searchable. You can still report directly to UC Davis Police or the city, but we save you the step of calling each place separately.
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Start your search now
The first hours matter. File your report in the time it takes to fill out a form, and let us connect you with UC Davis Police, the City of Davis, Unitrans, and local groups. Your report will keep searching for months while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with UC Davis, UC Davis Police, the City of Davis, Unitrans, or any other local agency mentioned. We do not replace official lost & found reporting; we complement it by routing reports to the appropriate official channels and maintaining active searchability. All links to official services are provided for your reference.