Lost something in Georgetown? Report it and stay in the search.
One report reaches the Georgetown Police Department, local lost and found offices, and community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match with found items.
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
You describe your lost item
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to alert the right places in Georgetown, from the police to shops and community networks.
We route it to the right channels
Your report goes to the Georgetown Police Department, Sussex County services, local businesses, and active community groups. No need to make ten phone calls or post ten times yourself.
Your report keeps searching for a match
While you move forward, your report stays active and keeps comparing new found items, local posts, and marketplace listings against your description. You get an alert if a credible match appears, for your entire search period.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Georgetown
Direct contacts and what each channel handles
Georgetown Police Department
File a lost item report in person or by phone. The police take reports for items lost throughout town and can advise on next steps. ReportLost ensures your details reach the right desk and follow up with the relevant precinct for your loss location.
Call (302) 856-6613|Visit 335 N. Race St., Georgetown, DE 19947
Georgetown Town Office
The town administrative office can direct you to the right department and may have information on items turned in at public spaces or town facilities. ReportLost generates the exact information and details you'll need when you call.
Call (302) 856-7391|Visit 39 The Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947|Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
DART First State Transit
If your item was lost on a public bus in Sussex County, DART maintains a lost and found system. Call their dedicated line with your route, time, and description. ReportLost can point you to the right DART office based on your route.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Georgetown or Sussex County, the Brandywine Valley SPCA and Delaware Office of Animal Welfare coordinate with shelters and community networks. Report your missing pet immediately to improve your chances, then file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to keep your search active across all channels.
Delaware Office of Animal Welfare: (302) 255-4646|Brandywine Valley SPCA Georgetown: (302) 856-6361
Local Shops & Public Spaces
Many retailers, restaurants, and public facilities in Georgetown keep their own lost and found. If you remember roughly where you lost your item, retrace your steps and ask staff at that location. When you report with ReportLost, we help you identify which shops and services to contact directly.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file a report, the sooner the search begins. Once submitted, your details reach the right people in Georgetown, and your report stays active, checking for matches every day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Georgetown can feel scattering, whether it's your wallet at a shop on The Circle, your keys left at a local restaurant, a ring at the park, or your phone after a trip downtown. The town's police, city services, community groups, and local businesses all have their own systems, and calling or visiting each one takes time you may not have.
ReportLost simplifies that maze. One report, one form, and we make sure it reaches the Georgetown Police Department, Sussex County services, and the right local channels all at once. Better still, your report doesn't stop working when you hit submit, it stays active and keeps searching for a match with newly reported found items and community posts, so you can focus on other things while we work behind the scenes.
Common places to lose items in Georgetown
Knowing where you lost something helps us route your report to the right local channels
Downtown & The Circle
Georgetown's heart, where shops, restaurants, and the town office cluster. High foot traffic means items are often turned in at nearby businesses or the police department.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Georgetown Playfield and other town parks are popular gathering spots. Items lost here may be reported to park staff or end up at the police desk.
Main Street & Shopping Districts
Retail corridors along major roads where wallets, phones, and bags are commonly left behind. Store managers often hold items in their lost and found before contacting police.
Transit Stops & Bus Routes
DART bus stations and common stops around town where items are frequently left on seats or turned in to drivers and transit staff.
Community channels where items are posted
Monitor these networks and post your loss, but ReportLost keeps searching across all of them so you don't have to refresh every day
Facebook group for lost and found animals across Delaware, including Georgetown area
Town and neighborhood groups where residents post found items and alert their neighbors
Neighborhood network where Georgetown residents share lost and found posts with nearby members
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Georgetown Police Department keep lost items?
The police typically hold items for a set period before disposal. Contact them at (302) 856-6613 to check on your specific item, or file a report with ReportLost so we can track it on your behalf while you're not constantly calling back.
What if I lost my item on a DART bus?
Call DART First State's Lost and Found at (302) 760-2800 for Sussex County. Have your route number, time of day, and item description ready. ReportLost can help you organize this information and alert DART directly.
Do local shops in Georgetown hold lost and found items?
Yes, most retail stores and restaurants keep a lost and found desk. If you remember which shop, call or visit in person. ReportLost helps you identify which businesses to contact based on where you were when you lost your item.
How long will my report stay active with ReportLost?
You choose either 12 months. Your report continuously searches for matches with found items, community posts, and marketplace listings during that entire period, so you don't have to manually check every day.
What if I lost a pet in Georgetown?
Call the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare at (302) 255-4646 or Brandywine Valley SPCA at (302) 856-6361 immediately. File a report with local shelters and community groups, then use ReportLost's lost pet module to keep your search active across all networks for 12 months.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with Georgetown Police or any government agency. We're a complementary tool that ensures your report reaches the right local channels and stays active in the search. You should always file a report with the police for lost items, and ReportLost helps coordinate that and keeps searching on your behalf.
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Start your search in Georgetown today
Every moment counts when something is lost, but once you've filed your report with ReportLost, you can take a breath. Your details are in motion, reaching the Georgetown Police Department and local partners, and your report will keep searching for a match for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Georgetown Police Department, Town of Georgetown, Sussex County, DART First State, Brandywine Valley SPCA, Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, or any other agency or business mentioned on this page. We help coordinate your report across these channels and maintain an active search on your behalf. Always file a police report for lost items; this service complements that process.