Lost something on Fort Myers Beach? Get it back faster.
One report, and we notify the Fort Myers Beach Police Department, Lee County Animal Services (for pets), RSW Airport if relevant, local lost and found groups, and your report stays active for up to a year, continuously matching against new found items.
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)
Reported in Fort Myers Beach
- Pocket knifeSeptember 19
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 your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need to reach the right local offices on your behalf.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Fort Myers Beach Police Department, relevant lost and found services, Lee County animal control (if it's a pet), and active community channels where locals post finds.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically checks for matches across local lost and found posts, community groups, and marketplace listings, so you don't have to refresh Facebook or Nextdoor every single day.
Where to report and what we do
These are the official channels where your item may end up. We contact them for you.
Fort Myers Beach Police Department
The local police department handles lost and found reports for items lost within the town. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and submit your report directly so you don't have to make the call yourself.
RSW Southwest Florida Airport
If you lost something at the airport or on a flight through RSW, the Airport Lost and Found Office holds items and keeps detailed records. We make sure your report reaches them with all the specifics they need to locate your item.
Lost pets
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in or around Fort Myers Beach, time matters. Lee County Domestic Animal Services is the official shelter where lost pets are brought and registered. We also alert community networks like PawBoost and local lost pet Facebook groups. File a priority lost pet report to get maximum visibility across rescue networks and shelters instantly.
Community and neighborhood channels
Fort Myers Beach residents actively share lost and found items on Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and Reddit. We post your item to these channels so neighbors see it and can help. This is often where items resurface fastest, since locals spot things in real time.
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
Don't let your item disappear from view
The sooner you report, the better your chances, and once your report is filed, the search continues in the background for months without you having to do anything.
Report my lost item →Losing something on Fort Myers Beach is frustrating, especially when you're juggling calls to the police department, the airport, local shelters, multiple Facebook groups, and community boards. Each service keeps its own records, and there's no single place tracking everything for you. Meanwhile, items get claimed by someone else, or buried in months of posts you never see.
ReportLost bridges that gap. File once, and we notify all the official channels and active community spaces on your behalf. Better yet, your report doesn't expire after a day or a week, it stays active for up to a year, continuously matching against new found items as they're posted, so you can breathe easy knowing the search is ongoing even when you're not actively looking.
Common places where items go missing
Here's where to start looking, and where we focus your report
The Beach and Pier
High traffic area where wallets, phones, rings, and jewelry are frequently left behind in sand or lost during water activities.
Downtown and Estero Boulevard
Shopping, dining, and commercial district where purses, phones, and personal items are commonly lost in shops and restaurants.
Parks and Public Spaces
Recreation areas including beach parks where items are left on picnic tables, benches, or lost during activities.
RSW Airport and Rental Car Centers
Travel hub where wallets, phones, glasses, and bags are lost at baggage claim, rental agencies, and parking areas.
Lee Tran Transit
The local trolley and bus system where items are forgotten on seats or in storage areas.
Community lost and found networks
Your item often appears in these channels first. We monitor and post here for you.
Local Fort Myers Beach and Southwest Florida lost and found groups where residents post finds daily
Neighborhood app where neighbors alert each other about found items in real time
Reddit community for Fort Myers area lost and found discussions
Local classifieds where found items and lost pet alerts are posted
Dedicated platforms for lost and found pet alerts reaching shelters and rescues
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Fort Myers Beach Police Department hold lost items?
Items held by police are typically kept for 30 to 90 days depending on the item and whether it's claimed. This is why a continuous report is so valuable: we keep searching even after police records move on, checking community channels and other services that may receive or find your item later.
What if my item was lost at RSW Airport?
RSW has a dedicated Lost and Found Office located across from Baggage Claim 5, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you lost something in the terminal, security checkpoint, or on a flight, we submit your report to the airport directly. If not claimed within a set period, we check other services and community networks where travelers or airport staff may have posted it.
How do I report a lost pet?
Lost pets need immediate attention. Contact Lee County Domestic Animal Services right away at (239) 533-7387, and also file a priority lost pet report with us so we alert PawBoost, local shelter networks, and community pet pages simultaneously. Every hour counts with a missing pet.
Can ReportLost contact Lee Tran about items lost on the trolley?
Yes. If you lost something on Lee Tran, call their customer service at (239) 765-0202 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), or we can help ensure your report reaches them. Items left on vehicles are typically held for a short window, so reporting quickly is important.
How long does my report stay active?
Your report stays active for your entire search period, either 12 months depending on your selection. During that time, it continues to cross-check new found items posted in community groups, Facebook, Nextdoor, and other local channels, alerting you if a credible match appears. You're not charged a monthly fee; it's a single payment for the full duration.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the police department or any government agency. We don't replace filing a police report, but we streamline the process by routing your information to the right local services and community channels simultaneously, and we keep your search active far longer than any single channel would. Think of us as your coordinator, making sure nothing falls through the cracks.
Lost & found in nearby cities
Start your search today
Report now and let your item's story continue. Once submitted, your report begins working for you immediately, reaching police, local services, and community networks, and stays active in the background for months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Fort Myers Beach Police Department, Lee County Domestic Animal Services, RSW Southwest Florida Airport, Lee Tran, the Town of Fort Myers Beach, or any other government or commercial entity mentioned. We coordinate with these services on your behalf but are not part of them. Always file an official police report for stolen items, and contact animal control immediately if you've lost a pet.