Lost something in Boca Raton? Here is where to report it.
One report connects you to the Boca Raton Police Department, Palm Tran transit lost and found, and local community channels. Then our system scans the web continuously for matching posts across Facebook, marketplaces, and local networks, alerting you the moment a match appears.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works for Boca Raton
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details that matter for a thorough search.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Boca Raton Police Lost and Found (561-338-1234), Palm Tran if it's transit-related, and we draft alerts for local social networks so the community helps search.
We monitor for matches automatically
While you go about your day, our search engines scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor, community pages, and online marketplaces every few days for 12 months, looking for posts matching your item's description, location, and timeframe. You get an alert the instant we find a credible lead.
Where to report in Boca Raton
These are the official channels. ReportLost contacts them for you and keeps tabs on their posts and bulletin boards.
Boca Raton Police Lost & Found
The Police Services Department holds items turned in across the city and manages the lost property registry. You can report directly or call their dedicated line. We tell you which precinct has jurisdiction based on where you lost your item, and we make sure your report is filed and tracked.
Palm Tran Lost & Found
Items left on Boca Raton buses and Connection Go Glades shuttle services are catalogued by Palm Tran's central office. We handle the initial report and coordinate follow-ups to match your description against items in their system.
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) Lost & Found
If your loss happened at PBI, which serves the Boca Raton area, the airport's Lost and Found office tracks items through their system. We know the exact process and filing deadlines to maximize recovery odds.
Boca Raton City Services
Lost something at a city facility, park, or public venue? City Hall can direct you to the right department and help coordinate recovery. We liaise on your behalf to ensure your case gets proper attention.
Lost Pet
If your pet is missing, time matters even more. Shelters fill up, and the community responds fast. We immediately alert Palm Beach County Animal Care, Broward County Animal Services, and local pet networks across Facebook and PawBoost. Your missing dog or cat reaches the right rescue teams and caring eyes in hours, not days. File a priority lost pet report.
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Ready to get started?
The sooner you file, the sooner we begin searching. Our system works best when you report quickly, so momentum builds across all channels from day one.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Boca Raton can feel like chasing shadows. Your item might be sitting in a police evidence room, waiting on a Palm Tran bus, or posted in a community Facebook group by someone who found it, but you'd never know without checking each place separately, day after day. The system works, but it's fragmented, time-consuming, and easy to miss a critical post.
ReportLost plugs that gap. Instead of making a dozen phone calls and refreshing social media constantly, you file one report here. We ensure it reaches the police, transit authority, and local networks, then our monitors keep watch across the entire web for signs of your item. You stay informed without the footwork.
Common places where things get lost in Boca Raton
Our network covers these neighborhoods and hotspots.
Downtown Boca Raton
High foot traffic around shops, restaurants, and City Hall means items turn up at police headquarters and nearby businesses. Report quickly for best recovery odds downtown.
Palmetto Park Road corridor
Major retail and commercial zone. Lost items often end up with store managers or the police department's central lost property section.
FAU Campus
Florida Atlantic University has its own Lost and Found office and an active student community network for spreading the word about found items.
Transit hubs and bus stops
Palm Tran Connection Go Glades routes serve the area. Items left on buses are held centrally and can be recovered if reported promptly.
Boca Raton Beach Parks
Seasonal items go missing near the beach and public parks. City Parks and the police department field these reports regularly.
Local community networks
Boca Raton's active Facebook groups and community boards are where found items often get posted first.
Facebook group for lost and found items reported within Boca Raton
Dedicated Facebook group for missing and found animals
Neighborhood posts often include found items, especially in residential areas
Pet-specific platform where found animals and lost pet alerts spread quickly through the Boca Raton community
Questions about lost and found in Boca Raton
How long does the police department hold lost items?
The Boca Raton Police Lost and Found holds items for a standard period (check with them at 561-338-1234 for exact retention based on item type). We recommend reporting as soon as possible so your claim is recorded before items enter storage rotation.
What if I lost something on a Palm Tran bus?
Call Palm Tran's customer service at 561-649-9838, option 6, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Provide your bus route and the time you were riding. We'll also search their system in case your item appears later.
How do I claim something at the police department?
Contact the Boca Raton Police Lost and Found directly at 561-338-1234 or visit in person at 100 NW Boca Raton Boulevard (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Bring a description or photo. We'll help coordinate if a match is found.
Can ReportLost check the FAU Lost and Found for me?
Florida Atlantic University's Lost and Found office can be reached at 561-297-2174. If your item was lost on campus, we'll direct your report there and monitor for results. FAU also uses community networks, which we scan continuously.
What if my pet is missing?
Report to ReportLost as a lost pet immediately. We'll alert Palm Beach County Animal Care and Broward County Animal Services, plus post to PawBoost and local Facebook pet groups. Check their found animal galleries daily, and our system will also track posts for you.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not affiliated with the Boca Raton Police Department, the city, or Palm Tran, but we partner with them by routing your report, doing the legwork, and monitoring their systems and community channels on your behalf so you don't have to.
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Don't let lost items stay lost.
Every moment counts. Filing your report here sets everything in motion, then we take over the search across all channels and networks. You've done your part, now let us do ours.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Boca Raton Police Department, City of Boca Raton, Palm Tran, Palm Beach International Airport, Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach County Animal Care, or any other municipal or private entity mentioned. We work to complement official lost and found channels and do not replace them. Always follow up directly with official departments for time-sensitive or high-value items.