Lost something in Clermont? Here is who holds found property.
File one report and we notify the Clermont Police Department, Lake County Animal Shelter, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, keeping an eye out for matches so you don't have to.
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 it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details we need to route your case properly.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Clermont Police Department, Lake County Animal Shelter (if applicable), local transit lost and found, and gets shared across community channels where Clermont residents actively post found items.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For 12 months, your report stays active and continues matching against new found item posts and local lost and found updates. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you can follow up without checking social media daily.
Where to report a lost item in Clermont
Each channel below is where locals report, but ReportLost connects them all at once.
Clermont Police Department
The primary place to file a report for lost or stolen items in Clermont proper. You can file in person at their headquarters or call during business hours. We generate the exact information to include in your report and confirm which precinct covers your loss location.
Clermont City Hall
City Hall can point you to additional city services or records related to lost items reported on city property. They're open Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
Lake County Transit Lost and Found
If you left your item on a local bus or transit vehicle, Lake County Transit Services maintains a lost and found. We tell you the right transit office to contact and what information they'll need from you.
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Clermont is about 45 minutes from Orlando International. If your loss happened during travel, MCO's Lost and Found office serves terminals across the airport. We help you know which terminal office to contact and their specific hours.
Lost Pet Reports
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, the Lake County Animal Shelter is your first call. They maintain a found animals database and can check if your pet has been brought in. We also ensure your pet report reaches active local pet recovery networks and Facebook groups dedicated to reuniting Clermont pets with their families. file a priority lost pet report
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Getting started takes less than five minutes
The sooner your report is filed and routed, the sooner Clermont's lost and found network can begin working in your favor. Once your report is active, you're free to go about your day while we keep watch across all the local channels.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Clermont means contacting multiple channels: the police department on S Highway 27, Lake County Animal Services out in Tavares, local Facebook groups, and local transit if your item went missing on a bus. Each office has different hours and procedures, and none of them talk to each other. By the time you've made all the calls, a week has passed.
ReportLost consolidates that effort into one simple form. We know exactly which Clermont authorities handle what, we generate the right language for each channel, and most importantly, your report doesn't go quiet after you submit it. It stays live, automatically checking community posts and local lost and found listings for matches throughout your search window, so your item has a chance to find its way back even weeks or months later.
Common places where people lose items in Clermont
If you remember roughly where you lost your item, mention it in your report so we can prioritize the right local channels.
Downtown Clermont & West Montrose Street
Shops, City Hall, and local gathering spots where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently left behind or turned in by honest finders.
Public Parks & Recreational Areas
Lakefront parks and community green spaces where outdoor enthusiasts sometimes leave items unattended during activities.
US Highway 27 Corridor
Retail and dining along the main commercial stretch where keys and personal items often turn up in store lost and found bins.
Lake County Transit Routes
Items left on buses and transit vehicles throughout the Clermont area, typically found by drivers or reported by fellow passengers.
Community channels where found items get posted
Clermont residents actively share found items in local groups. Your report will be visible where it matters most.
Facebook group for pet reunification
Facebook community group for all lost and found items
Facebook group focused on stray and found pets
Neighborhood-level posts about found items
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Clermont Police Department keep lost items?
The Clermont Police Department typically holds unclaimed items for 30 to 90 days before disposal, depending on the item and circumstances. Check with them directly at 352-394-5588 to confirm the hold period for your specific item. This is why having an active report with ReportLost is valuable, it keeps searching well beyond that window through community and other recovery channels.
Do I have to visit the police station in person to file a report?
No, you can file a report over the phone at 352-394-5588 or visit in person at 3600 S Highway 27. ReportLost handles the initial report collection, so you don't have to navigate the phone queue yourself; we route your information to them with all the details already organized.
How do I check if my pet was brought to the Lake County Animal Shelter?
You can call the Lake County Animal Shelter at 352-343-9688 or visit their website to search their database at 24PetConnect.com. If your pet isn't there yet, a ReportLost lost pet report ensures it stays visible to shelter staff and local pet recovery groups for months.
What if I lost my item on a Lake County Transit bus?
Call Lake County Transit Services at 352-323-5733 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to report it. ReportLost ensures this channel is contacted and your item description is sent to the right transit office immediately.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for either 6 months or 12 months, depending on which option you choose when filing. During that entire period, your report continues searching for matches in local community posts, lost and found updates, and transit systems, alerting you if a match appears.
Is ReportLost.org an official Clermont or Lake County service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service created to simplify the process of reporting lost items and coordinating across multiple local agencies and community channels. We are not affiliated with the Clermont Police Department, Lake County government, or any city office, but we work seamlessly with them to ensure your report reaches the right places and stays active longer than you could manage alone.
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Don't let your item disappear into the lost and found void
Clermont has multiple places where found items surface: police offices, animal shelters, transit depots, and community Facebook groups. ReportLost makes sure your item description gets to all of them at once, and keeps searching for you automatically for the next 12 months. Filing your report is the fastest way to activate your entire local network.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found coordination service and is not affiliated with the Clermont Police Department, City of Clermont, Lake County government, Lake County Animal Shelter, Lake County Transit, or any other government or municipal agency. We work to route your report to these official channels but do not operate them. For emergencies, contact 911 or the appropriate local authority directly.