Lost something in Highland City? File a report and we'll help you find it.
Submit one report and we'll route it to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office, local lost and found channels, and active community networks. Your report stays active for up to 12 months, continuously matching against new found items and community posts.
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 file your report
Tell us what you lost, when and where. We gather the details needed to notify the right local authorities and community channels in one streamlined step.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office, relevant lost and found offices, and gets posted to active community groups and social channels where locals are already looking.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and matches against new found items, community posts, and local announcements. You'll get notified if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to Report and Search
Highland City's lost and found resources, and how ReportLost handles each one for you
Highlands County Sheriff's Office
The primary authority for lost property reports in Highland City. You can file in person or call their non-emergency line. We'll tell you which precinct covers your loss location and generate the exact information to include in your report.
Local Businesses & Public Spaces
If you lost your wallet, ring, or phone at a restaurant, shop, park, or public gathering spot in Highland City, staff often hold items for a few days. We'll point you toward the most likely places to call based on where you were.
Lost Pets
If your cat or dog went missing in Highland City, Highlands Animal Services and the Polk County Sheriff's Animal Services are your first stops. They hold found animals and help reunite them with owners. For a faster, ongoing search, file a priority lost pet report with us, and we'll connect you to the right shelters and community pet recovery networks.
Community & Social Networks
Highland City residents actively use Facebook groups like Lost and Found Pets of Highlands County and local Lakeland area pages to post found items and pets. We'll make sure your report reaches these active channels so the community can help.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the better your chances. Once your report is live, our team takes it from there, connecting you with the right authorities and community while your report keeps searching.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Highland City means checking with the Sheriff's Office, various local businesses and gathering spots, animal shelters if it's a pet, and scrolling through multiple community groups and social channels to see if anyone's spotted your item. It's scattered, time-consuming, and easy to miss a post while you're managing everything else.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report goes to all the right places at once, and your report stays active in the background, continuously searching for a match across community posts and announcements without you having to re-post or refresh every day. Once you've filed, the system keeps working for you while you move forward.
Common Places Where Items Go Missing
If you lost something in or near these Highland City areas, here's what to do
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, banks, and gathering spots along Main Street and Florida Avenue. Check with individual businesses first, then file with the Sheriff's Office.
Highland City Park
Recreation and ball park areas. If lost outdoors, call Polk County Parks or contact the Sheriff's non-emergency line to report.
Residential Neighborhoods
Particularly near Babcock Boulevard and Tanglewood Mobile Home Park. Post in community Facebook groups and alert Animal Services if a pet is missing.
Schools & Family Areas
Highland City Elementary and surrounding family zones. Contact the school directly, then file with local authorities.
Community Groups & Online Networks
Where Highland City residents post and search for lost items and pets
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
Community page dedicated to reuniting lost pets with owners
Regional group covering Highland City and nearby Lakeland areas
Neighborhood and city-specific groups where found items are posted
Questions About Lost & Found in Highland City
How long will the Sheriff's Office hold my lost item if someone turns it in?
Most law enforcement agencies in Florida hold found property for 30 to 90 days, but it's best to check directly with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office at 863-402-7200 (non-emergency). The longer your report stays active, the better your chances of it matching with a found item.
What should I do if I lost my pet in Highland City?
Contact Highlands Animal Services immediately at 863-402-6730 or visit in person Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also post in local Facebook groups like Lost and Found Pets of Highlands County. Filing a lost pet report with us ensures the community and shelters stay connected to your search.
How do I file a report with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office?
Call their non-emergency line at 863-402-7200 or visit their contact page. Have details ready: what was lost, when and where, and any identifying features. ReportLost will help you prepare this information and ensure it reaches the right department.
Can I report a loss if I'm not sure exactly where I lost it?
Yes. Provide the general area or likely locations (like a store or park), and both the Sheriff's Office and ReportLost can help narrow it down. The more details you remember, the easier it is to match with a found item.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for 12 months, continuously matching against new found items, community posts, and local announcements. You won't have to re-post or refresh; we'll notify you if a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels like the Sheriff's Office, local lost and found departments, and community groups. We don't replace police reports or official channels, but we speed up the process of connecting your loss with the right people and keeping your report active while you focus on other things.
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File your report today and let it work for you. The sooner you act, the sooner the community and the right authorities can help.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office, Highlands Animal Services, Polk County Government, or any other local agency or business listed on this page. We work alongside these official channels to help you report a loss and keep your report active in community networks. Always file an official report with the Sheriff's Office or relevant authority for your records.