Lost something in Pike Creek? Report it and we'll connect you with the right local channels.
One report routes to the New Castle County Police, Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, DART transit lost & found, and active local social networks. Your report stays active, continuously searching for matches while you move forward.
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 Pike Creek
You tell us what you lost
Describe your lost item, where you lost it, and when. We figure out which Pike Creek agencies and channels need to know.
We route your report to the right places
Your report goes to New Castle County Police, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare (if it's a pet), transit services, and local social groups where lost items get posted and found.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continuously matches against new found posts, local listings, and social channel updates. You don't have to check every day, and we alert you the moment a credible match surfaces.
Where to report a lost item in Pike Creek
We handle the routing, but here's the full picture of local resources.
New Castle County Police
File a lost property report with the New Castle County Division of Police. They handle reports for items lost throughout Pike Creek and the surrounding area. Call the non-emergency line or visit a local station to make a report in person. ReportLost sends your report directly to the right precinct, so you don't have to figure out jurisdiction.
DART Transit Lost & Found
If you lost an item on a DART bus in Pike Creek or throughout New Castle County, call the DART lost and found line. They keep items for a set period before disposal. We notify DART with your report details so they know to flag your item if it arrives.
Lost Pets & Animal Welfare
Missing a dog, cat, or other pet? The Delaware Office of Animal Welfare maintains a lost pet registry, responds to stray reports, and coordinates with local animal rescue groups. File a lost pet report with them and post in community pet networks. We ensure your pet's details go to the Office of Animal Welfare immediately and stay visible in ongoing searches. file a priority lost pet report
Delaware Office of Animal Welfare|Animal Control, Wilmington
Local Communities & Social Networks
Neighbors post found items and lost pet alerts on Delaware Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and r/Delaware subreddit. Many community members check these channels regularly and help reunite people with their belongings. ReportLost posts your alert to these key networks so locals know to look out for your item.
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Don't wait to report
The sooner you file a report, the fresher the memory of anyone who may have found your item, and the sooner your report begins its active search. The New Castle County Police hold lost items for a limited time, and transit lost and found policies have retention windows, so acting today gives you the best chance.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, ring, or beloved pet in Pike Creek puts you in a frustrating position. The New Castle County Police take lost property reports, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare handles strays, DART transit monitors lost items on buses, and community members post found items on Facebook and Reddit, but you're left piecing together calls and scrolling through multiple channels every single day.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. One report, filed once. We immediately notify the relevant agencies and social networks in the Pike Creek area, and then your report stays active for months, automatically cross referencing new found posts, marketplace listings, and lost pet updates so you can stop refreshing screens and trust that we're watching for a match.
Lost something in a specific Pike Creek area?
Pike Creek is a residential community spanning Wilmington's north side. We connect your report to the right local agency based on where you lost your item.
Pike Creek Village Center
The main shopping and dining hub along Kirkwood Highway. A common place to misplace wallets, phones, and bags.
Residential Neighborhoods
Home to most of Pike Creek's residents. Pets are often lost from yards and homes throughout these tree-lined streets.
Parks & Green Spaces
Delaware parks and open areas where items are left behind during outings. Popular spots for dog walkers.
Transit Corridors
DART bus routes throughout New Castle County. Lost items on buses should be reported to DART lost and found.
How locals are helping in Pike Creek
These channels buzz with lost and found posts every day. ReportLost alerts them on your behalf.
Facebook group for lost and found pets across Delaware
Subreddit where Pike Creek residents and Delawareans post missing items and pets
Official channel for police updates and community tips
Frequently asked questions about losing items in Pike Creek
How long does the New Castle County Police hold lost property?
Holding periods vary by item type and condition. Contact New Castle County Police non-emergency at 302-573-2800 to ask about specific items and retention windows. ReportLost ensures your details are on file so items are flagged if they arrive.
What if I lost something on a DART bus?
Call DART lost and found at 800-652-3278 (option 2 for New Castle County) as soon as possible. Items are typically held for a limited period. ReportLost also alerts DART, so your report is in their system.
My dog is missing in Pike Creek. What should I do first?
Call the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare at 302-255-4646 and file a lost pet report immediately. Post in the Delaware Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and r/Delaware. ReportLost ensures all channels are notified and your pet's alert stays active for months.
How do I claim an item if someone finds it?
If someone finds your item and contacts you through a social post or directly, meet safely in a public place and have proof of ownership (receipt, ID, photos). The New Castle County Police can also assist if the item is in their possession, contact them at 302-573-2800.
Does ReportLost replace calling the police or contacting services myself?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that routes your report to the right local agencies and social channels simultaneously, saving you the time of calling each one and managing the search across multiple platforms. You're welcome to contact police, transit, or animal welfare directly as well, and ReportLost complements those efforts.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner your report reaches New Castle County Police, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, DART, and the community. Your report stays active for months, continuously searching for matches while you focus on moving forward.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the New Castle County Police, the City of Wilmington, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, DART, or any other government or transit agency. We partner with these entities to route your report, but we are not part of their official lost and found operations. Always contact local authorities directly for official property claims or legal matters.