Lost something in Pike Creek Valley? Report it and we'll handle the rest.
One report to New Castle County Police, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, local lost pet networks, and your neighborhood. Your report stays active, keeping your item in the search.
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 what you've lost
Tell us where, when, and details about your item. We ask the right questions so nothing gets forgotten.
We reach out to the right places
Your report goes to New Castle County Police, animal control if it's a pet, local Facebook groups, and other channels that can actually help. You don't have to call each place yourself.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For the entire period you choose, your item description automatically matches against new found posts, shelter records, and community reports. We alert you if something credible shows up, so you're not checking every day.
Where to report a loss in Pike Creek Valley
These are the official channels. We handle contacting them for you—or use them yourself if you prefer.
New Castle County Police
Items turned in by the public or found at local businesses often land with New Castle County Police. Call their non-emergency line to file a report and ask where your item might be. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and help you provide the details they need.
Local police and city services
Pike Creek Valley sits in Wilmington's sphere. The Wilmington Police Department and the New Castle County government both field lost and found inquiries. We connect your report to the right desk so you don't have to figure out who handles what.
DART transit lost and found
Lost something on a bus? DART (Delaware Area Regional Transit) operates routes through Pike Creek Valley, including Route 18. Items are held and searchable by calling their lost and found line. We provide you with the exact info they ask for.
Lost or found pet
If your cat or dog is missing, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare and Brandywine Valley SPCA are your first stops. Time matters for pets—we immediately alert animal control and notify the lost pet networks your neighbors watch every day. File a priority lost pet report
Delaware Office of Animal Welfare: 302-255-4646|Brandywine Valley SPCA: 302-516-1000
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Getting started takes minutes
The sooner you file, the sooner your item is in the search and the sooner neighbors and officials see it. Once your report is live, you can breathe—we're checking for matches and alerting you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Pike Creek Valley—a wallet at the shopping center, keys at home, or a pet in the neighborhood—means you're suddenly juggling calls to different agencies: the police department, animal control if it's a pet, local community groups, and Facebook pages. Each system keeps items for a while, but they don't talk to each other, and the burden of staying on top of every listing falls on you.
ReportLost simplifies that. File one report, and we route it to New Castle County Police, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare (if it's a pet), and the active lost and found networks your neighbors use. Then your report stays active and keeps searching for a match across all those channels for 12 months, while you move on with your day.
Common places where things go missing
Pike Creek Valley residents most often report losses in these zones
Pike Creek Shopping Center
Retail shops and parking areas where wallets, phones, and keys are frequently left behind or misplaced.
Residential neighborhoods
Homes, driveways, and local streets where cats, dogs, and house keys disappear or are found by neighbors.
Schools and community centers
Educational campuses and recreation facilities where backpacks, glasses, and sports items are left.
Parks and green spaces
Open areas where pets roam and outdoor items like phones, jewelry, and bags get left unattended.
Community groups keeping watch
Neighbors and local groups share lost and found posts daily
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost animals with families across Delaware
Subreddit where residents post about lost items and sightings in Pike Creek Valley and nearby areas
Neighborhood app where Pike Creek Valley residents post found items and lost pet alerts
Local Wilmington and New Castle County groups sharing lost and found notices
Questions about losing and finding items in Pike Creek Valley
How long do the police and animal control hold lost items?
New Castle County Police typically hold items for 30 to 90 days, depending on the nature of the item. The Delaware Office of Animal Welfare holds lost pets longer if they're scanned for a microchip. Always call to confirm—the sooner you report, the sooner they know to look for yours.
What if my pet was found by a neighbor?
Neighbors in Pike Creek Valley often post found pets in the Delaware Lost and Found Pets Facebook group or on Nextdoor before taking the animal to a shelter. Posting your own pet as lost in those same places increases your chances of a direct reunion. The Delaware Office of Animal Welfare also maintains a lost pet registry.
Do I need to provide a police report to claim a found item?
It depends. Some agencies ask for a description to confirm you're the owner. Others may require a police report if the item is valuable. Check with the specific place holding your item—we help you know exactly what they need.
Can I search DART's lost and found by item?
DART keeps found items organized at their depot. Call 1-800-652-3278 (DART's lost and found line) with details about what you lost, when, and which route. They'll tell you if it's been turned in. We provide you with the exact information they ask for.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
You choose: 6 months or 12 months. During that entire period, your item description stays in the search, automatically matched against new found posts, shelter records, and community reports. If a credible match appears, we alert you immediately.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of any government agency. We don't replace filing a police report—we complement it by making sure your item reaches the right local agencies and community channels without you having to call each one yourself. Your official report stays with the police or animal control; we just speed up the process and keep searching for the full duration you choose.
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Ready to report your loss?
Tell us what you've lost, and we'll make sure the right people and groups in Pike Creek Valley know about it. Your report stays active and searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with New Castle County Police, the Delaware Office of Animal Welfare, Brandywine Valley SPCA, DART, Wilmington Police, or any other agency or platform mentioned. We act as a coordinating service to help route your report to the appropriate channels. All agencies listed maintain their own lost and found systems and policies.