Lost something in West Covina? Report it and activate automatic monitoring.
One report connects you with the West Covina Police Department, Pasadena Humane Society, local transit services, and Foothill Transit. We then scan the web continuously for matches across social channels, marketplaces, and community boards, so you don't have to check back 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.
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.
How ReportLost Works in West Covina
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to notify the right agencies and publish a local alert.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to West Covina Police Department's lost property unit, the relevant shelter or transit operator, and active local social networks. You get the contact info and next steps.
Automated monitoring finds matches
Our system searches the entire public web every day for 12 months, tracking Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local Reddit threads, marketplace listings, and community boards. The moment a credible match appears, we alert you.
Where to Report Lost Items in West Covina
These are the official channels. ReportLost coordinates them all in one submission and monitors outcomes.
West Covina Police Department
File a report for any lost personal property. The department maintains a lost property log and holds items for a set period. We identify the right precinct for your loss location and generate the exact information you'll need when you contact them.
Foothill Transit Lost & Found
If you left an item on a Foothill Transit bus in West Covina, contact their customer service line. We advise you on the exact details to provide and point you to the right bus line and date information.
Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
The local animal resource center handles lost and found pets, adoptions, and pet licensing. They're open 7 days a week and recommend scheduling an appointment to check their current intake.
City Hall & Public Spaces
Lost something at a city facility, park, or public event in West Covina? The city administration can redirect your inquiry to the appropriate department and help you understand holding periods and retrieval procedures.
Lost Pet Priority Report
Time is critical for missing animals. We coordinate outreach to Pasadena Humane, Baldwin Park Animal Shelter, and the widespread lost pet networks in the San Gabriel Valley, and monitor rescue posts and adoption databases continuously.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we monitor.
Starting your report today means our automated search engine begins combing the web immediately. Each day that passes is a day's worth of lost and found posts across Facebook, Nextdoor, and local marketplaces that we'll catch for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in West Covina means navigating separate systems: the West Covina Police Department's lost property desk, Foothill Transit if you used the bus, animal shelters for pets, and hoping someone posts in a local Facebook group. It's scattered, time-consuming, and easy to miss the moment someone finds your item.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report does the routing for you, and then our automated monitoring takes over. You won't spend weeks refreshing Facebook or calling around; we're searching for your item continuously across every public channel locals use, every day, for months. Once you report, you can focus on other things while we listen for a match.
Common Places Things Go Missing in West Covia
Our monitoring covers all of these neighborhoods and beyond.
Downtown West Covina
Shopping centers, restaurants, and Garvey Avenue corridors account for many lost items. Foothill Transit buses also frequent this area regularly.
East Covina
Residential and commercial mixed areas where personal items are commonly left on buses, in stores, and at local parks.
Planned Community
The West Covina planned community and surrounding neighborhood parks see regular lost item reports.
Puente Avenue Corridor
Schools, recreation centers, and local business areas where wallets, keys, and personal effects frequently go missing.
Local Networks We Monitor
Residents use these channels to post found items. We check them all, every day, for you.
Lost Pets, Glendora, San Dimas, La Verne, Covina, Azusa, community boards
West Covina neighborhood updates and found item posts
r/sgv (San Gabriel Valley subreddit) with local lost and found discussions
Dedicated lost pet network covering West Covina
Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and resale sites where found items appear
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the West Covina Police Department hold lost property?
The department maintains lost items for a set retention period. Contact them at (626) 939-8500 to confirm the current holding timeline for your item type. ReportLost files this information with your report.
What if I lost something on a Foothill Transit bus?
Call Foothill Transit customer service at 1-800-743-3463 (1-800-RIDE-INFO) and provide the bus number, route, and date. They'll check their depot lost and found. ReportLost also monitors transit community posts for any found items matching your description.
Where should I start if I lost a pet in West Covina?
Contact Pasadena Humane Society (626-792-7151) and Baldwin Park Animal Shelter (626-962-3577) immediately. We recommend filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost, which coordinates outreach to shelters, monitors rescue networks, and scans lost pet Facebook groups continuously.
How long does ReportLost search for my item?
We monitor the web continuously for 12 months, depending on your item and the networks involved. For pets, monitoring is extended and intensive. Our automated system re-checks search results, social posts, and marketplace listings regularly so you don't have to.
What if my item shows up at a local business or thrift store?
Our monitoring catches posts from community members, stores, and lost and found groups when they mention found items. Once matched, we alert you immediately with the post details and contact information so you can claim your item.
Is ReportLost.org an official part of the West Covina Police Department?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates reporting on your behalf and provides automated monitoring. We're not affiliated with local law enforcement, but we work alongside official channels. We file your report with the police, relevant transit agencies, and shelters, then continue searching after the initial filing.
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Start your search today.
The longer you wait, the further your lost item travels. By reporting now, you activate our 24/7 automated monitoring across West Covina, the San Gabriel Valley, and the entire web. Let us handle the daily searching while you get on with your life.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the West Covina Police Department, City of West Covina, Foothill Transit, Pasadena Humane Society, or any local government or transit agency. We coordinate reporting to these entities on your behalf and provide automated web monitoring. All official contact information and links are current as of the date of this page; please verify phone numbers and hours before visiting.