Lost and found in Westport, Connecticut: how to report and track your lost items
The Westport Police Department, local transit, and individual businesses each maintain separate lost property systems. ReportLost.org files your report across the relevant channels and keeps it actively searching for matches.
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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Westport
You report your loss
Fill out a quick description of what you lost, where, and when. Include your contact details and any identifying marks.
We route it to the right places
We file your report with the Westport Police Department's found property division, alert local transit authorities if relevant, and notify other agencies that may receive your item.
Your report keeps searching automatically
For 12 months, your report stays active and continues to match against new items turned in to local departments, social media posts, and community listings. You get an alert as soon as a credible match appears.
Where lost items are held in Westport
Each location below holds property separately. ReportLost handles the legwork of reaching out to the right departments.
Westport Police Department
The Police Department's Property Officer processes found items and stores them according to state law. We file your report with their found property division and provide you with the case details and direct contact number so you can also reach out independently.
Westport Transit & CT Transit
Items left on buses operated by the Westport Transit District or Connecticut Transit are turned in separately. We notify both systems of your loss. You can also reach the Westport Transit District directly or contact CT Transit's dedicated lost and found line during business hours.
Bradley International Airport
Bradley Airport, about 30 minutes from Westport, operates its own lost and found system. Items in the terminal are held by Connecticut State Police, while TSA handles security checkpoint areas. If you lost something during travel through Bradley, contact them directly at the number below.
Local businesses and public places
Restaurants, shops, offices, parks, and other venues in Westport hold found items at their own desks. We include guidance on reaching out directly to the specific location where you lost your item, since many businesses keep items for 30 to 90 days before disposal.
Lost pet
If you've lost a cat or dog in Westport, contact animal control immediately at (203) 341-6011, and also check with the Connecticut Humane Society. Your pet's safety is time-sensitive, and local social media groups are active in reuniting lost animals. File a priority lost pet report to alert our network right away.
Westport Animal Control|Connecticut Humane Society lost and found pets
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Report your loss now
The sooner you report, the sooner the search begins. Once your report is filed, the team takes over tracking and matching for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Westport means checking several different places: the police department's found property section, the Westport Transit District, local businesses, and community groups spread across social media. By the time you've contacted all of them, details get mixed up and your search often stalls.
ReportLost.org simplifies that process. You describe your loss once, we file it with the Westport Police Department where they accept third-party reports and alert the transit system and other relevant agencies. Then your report stays in active circulation for a full year, automatically matching against new findings so you don't have to refresh community pages or call around repeatedly.
Common locations in Westport
Items are most often recovered in or near these areas
Downtown Westport
The commercial heart of town, including Main Street, retail shops, and restaurants where items are frequently left behind at checkout counters and dining tables.
Westport Transit Centers
Bus stops and transit facilities where items are turned in by drivers and maintenance staff, typically held for a set period before transfer to central storage.
Town Parks and Recreation Areas
Public outdoor spaces where wallets, keys, glasses, and phones are commonly left on benches, in parking areas, or at sports facilities.
Westport Train Station Area
The commuter rail zone and surrounding businesses where travelers frequently realize they've left belongings after boarding or arriving.
Community lost and found networks
Local groups and forums often post found items. Scan these resources while your report is active.
Active Facebook group covering the southwest Connecticut area, especially for lost pets and community items.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets across Connecticut, with daily posts from the region.
Subreddit for Connecticut residents where lost items and pets are regularly posted and shared.
Neighborhood app where Westport residents post found items and local alerts.
Questions about lost items in Westport
How long does the Westport Police Department keep found property?
Connecticut state law requires the Police Department to hold found property for a reasonable period before determining it is unclaimed. Check with the Property Officer at (203) 341-6029 or via the Police Department's contact page for specifics on storage duration and retrieval procedures.
How do I claim an item from the Westport Police Department?
Once located, contact the Property Officer at (203) 341-6029 with a description and proof of ownership. You may be asked to retrieve the item in person during business hours at the station, 50 Jesup Road, Westport, CT 06880.
What's the process for items lost on the Westport Transit District bus?
Call the Westport Transit District at (203) 852-0000 or CT Transit Customer Service during their lost and found hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) to confirm an item has been found. Schedule an appointment to collect it.
Do I need to file a police report to start the lost and found process?
Not always. For most lost items, you can report directly to the Police Department's found property division or file through ReportLost.org, which handles the initial notification. A formal police report (for theft or fraud) may be needed separately if your loss involves criminal circumstances.
Can I report my loss if I'm not in Westport right now?
Yes. ReportLost.org accepts reports from anywhere and will file your report with the Westport Police Department and other local agencies on your behalf. You'll receive a confirmation and the contact information to follow up independently if needed.
Is ReportLost.org an official Westport or police service?
No. ReportLost.org is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We file reports with the Westport Police Department and other local authorities where they accept third-party reports, but we are not a government agency. You can always report directly to the Police Department or other agencies yourself.
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Your description and location details will be filed with the Westport Police Department and relevant local agencies, then kept in active search for 12 months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the Westport Police Department, Westport Transit District, Connecticut Transit, Bradley Airport, the Connecticut Humane Society, or any other organization mentioned on this page. We file reports on your behalf where these agencies accept third-party submissions. Always verify information directly with official sources, and for emergencies call 911 or your local non-emergency line.