Lost something in Alachua? Report it and we'll help you find it.
File one report and we notify the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, City of Alachua Police, Gainesville Regional Airport, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. 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.
Recent activity
Florida : the legal window is 90 days once the item is in law enforcement custody. Hotels, airports and theme parks set their own, often much shorter, retention policies. (Florida Statutes ch. 705)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You Tell Us What You Lost
Describe your missing wallet, ring, phone, or other item. We ask for the details that matter: what, when, and where.
We Route Your Report to the Right Places
Your report goes straight to the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, City of Alachua Police, relevant transit and airport lost and found desks, and community channels where locals actively post found items.
Your Report Keeps Searching While You Move On
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found item posts and announcements across local channels. The moment a credible match surfaces, you get an alert. No daily checking required.
Where to Report and What to Know
Each channel has its own process. ReportLost handles the routing so you don't have to.
Alachua County Sheriff's Office
The primary law enforcement agency for Alachua County handles lost and found reports for unincorporated areas. For routine inquiries, call (352) 955-1818 or toll-free (866) 273-5910. ReportLost files your report on your behalf and ensures the right detective receives the details.
City of Alachua Police Department
If your loss occurred within city limits, the City of Alachua Police handles your report. Reach them at (386) 418-6100 or visit City Hall at 15100 NW 142nd Terrace. We make sure your information reaches the right desk so you don't have to explain your loss twice.
Gainesville Regional Airport
Lost something at the airport? Gainesville Regional Airport maintains a lost and found in the commercial terminal. Call (352) 373-0249 to check or report. If your item was in your checked baggage, contact your airline directly. We help you know exactly what to report and to whom.
RTS (Gainesville Regional Transit)
Left your item on a bus? Gainesville's RTS operates the local transit system. Call (352) 393-7433 (RTS RIDE) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for lost and found inquiries. We can point you to the exact contact and what details to have ready.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, time matters. Contact Alachua County Animal Resources immediately at (352) 264-6870, or check 24PetConnect.com to see if your pet has been picked up. The sooner your pet's information is out, the sooner a community member might spot and report it. You can also file a priority lost pet report through ReportLost to reach local animal services and pet networks fast.
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Every minute counts.
The sooner you report, the sooner the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, City Police, and local community channels get your information. Once you've reported, your item stays in active search mode for the long haul—no follow-up calls or daily monitoring needed.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Alachua can feel scattered. You're left juggling calls to the sheriff's office, checking the City of Alachua Police lost and found, contacting Gainesville Regional Airport if you traveled, monitoring local Facebook groups and Reddit threads, and hoping someone posts about your item on Nextdoor. Each place has its own hours, procedures, and communication lag.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report, sent to all the right places at once, and your item stays in active search mode for months. You describe what's missing, we route it to the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, City Police, airport, transit lost and found offices, and the community channels where found items get posted. Then you can relax, knowing your report is working for you without you having to refresh pages or make repeat calls.
Common Places People Lose Things in Alachua
Knowing where you lost it helps us route your report faster.
Downtown Alachua
Shops, restaurants, and the city center where wallets, phones, and rings slip out of pockets and purses.
Gainesville Regional Airport
Luggage carousels, security lines, and terminals—frequent spots for phones, keys, and travel documents.
Local Parks and Trails
Waldo Road Trail, Haile Plantation Park, and other outdoor spaces where activity and distraction often lead to lost items.
Transit Buses (RTS Routes)
Seats, racks, and the gaps between where commuters forget bags, glasses, and personal items.
Shopping and Commercial Areas
Retail shops, parking lots, and businesses along the main corridors where it's easy to set something down and walk away.
Community Channels Where Lost Items Get Posted
Alachua residents actively share found items on these platforms. We alert your community network so your item gets spotted.
Facebook group for lost and found pets and animals
Local group for lost and found pets in the Alachua area
Community forum where lost items and pets are frequently posted
Neighborhood network for local lost and found alerts
City of Alachua and regional lost and found pages where residents post finds
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the Alachua County Sheriff's Office hold a lost item?
Policies vary, but most law enforcement agencies hold unclaimed lost and found items for 30 to 90 days before disposing of them. Contact the Alachua County Sheriff's Office at (352) 955-1818 to ask about the specific holding period for your item and location.
Can I file a report with the City of Alachua Police if I lost my item in unincorporated Alachua County?
It depends on where your loss occurred. City Police handles items lost within city limits; the Alachua County Sheriff's Office handles unincorporated areas. If you're unsure, ReportLost identifies the right jurisdiction based on your location and routes accordingly.
What if I lost my wallet on an RTS bus?
Call RTS at (352) 393-7433 to report it and ask which route and timeframe. Have your bus route number and travel time ready. RTS drivers typically hold found items for a short period, so contact them quickly. ReportLost can prepare this information for you.
How do I check if my lost item turned up at Gainesville Regional Airport?
Call the airport's lost and found at (352) 373-0249. Describe your item and the date and location where you think you lost it. Items are usually held for 30 days; after that, unclaimed items may be donated or disposed of.
Can ReportLost contact the police or these agencies directly on my behalf?
ReportLost is an independent service that routes your lost item report to the right law enforcement agencies, city departments, transit systems, and community channels simultaneously. We file your report and generate the exact information each place needs, so you don't have to make multiple calls. However, we're not an official police department or government service—we're a partner that handles the coordination and keeps your report active across channels for 12 months.
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Ready to Find Your Item?
Fill out your report now. We'll notify the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, City Police, Gainesville Regional Airport, local lost and found offices, and community channels. Your report will stay active and searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, City of Alachua Police, Gainesville Regional Airport, RTS, or any other local agency. We route your lost item report to these official channels and community networks on your behalf, but each agency maintains its own policies and procedures. ReportLost does not replace filing a report with law enforcement; it complements and coordinates the process across all relevant services.