Lost something in Miami Beach? Report it and we'll track it down.
One report submitted to us, and we notify Miami Beach Police, coordinate with local transit and airport lost & found offices, and continuously monitor social channels and online marketplaces for matches.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Miami Beach – updated this July 18, 2026
- 📍 Black leather purse lost near Brickell, July 13.
- 📍 Moleskine journal lost near African Square Park, July 17.
- 📍 Paper bag with clothes lost near Lincoln Center, July 17.
How ReportLost works in Miami Beach
You submit your loss details
Tell us what you lost, where, and when it happened in Miami Beach. We gather the exact information needed to connect with the right local services.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Miami Beach Police Department, Miami-Dade Transit Lost and Found, Miami International Airport (if applicable), and other relevant local offices. You don't have to call each one separately.
We monitor for your item automatically
For 6 to 12 months, we scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor posts, local marketplaces, and community channels for posts matching your lost item's description, location, and date. The moment we spot a credible match, you get an alert so you can follow up immediately.
Where and how to report in Miami Beach
Your options, and how ReportLost handles each one for you
Miami Beach Police Department
The Miami Beach PD accepts lost and found reports online and in person. We identify which precinct and department covers your loss location, draft the right details for your report, and file it on your behalf so you don't have to navigate their system yourself.
Miami-Dade Transit Lost & Found
If you left something on Metrobus, Metrorail, Metromover, or the Citywide Free Trolley in Miami Beach, contact Miami-Dade Transit's Lost and Found office. We ensure your report reaches them and includes the transit line and time of day so they can search effectively.
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Traveling through MIA and lost something? The airport's Lost & Found operates daily at Terminal D North, Level 4. We provide them with precise location and timing details so they can locate your item quickly from their secure facility.
City of Miami Beach
For items lost at city facilities or public spaces in Miami Beach, the City's Customer Service Center can help. We connect you to the right department and make sure your report is logged in the right system.
Lost Pet
If your pet went missing in Miami Beach, time matters. Miami-Dade Animal Services maintains the official lost and found pet database for the area, and local Facebook groups connect neighbors immediately. We help you report to all of them at once and keep searching social channels for sightings. File a priority lost pet report.
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Already know where you lost it?
Getting your report in right away gives you a head start. The sooner we submit your information to Miami Beach Police, transit, airport, and local services, the sooner they can set it aside if someone turns it in. Once your report is filed, the waiting and checking is on us.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Miami Beach, whether it's at the beach, a restaurant on Ocean Drive, a hotel, or while getting around the city, means juggling multiple phone calls, websites, and social media searches. The Miami Beach Police Department, Miami-Dade Transit, and Miami International Airport all maintain separate lost and found systems, and no single platform ties them together. Searching on your own means checking Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and calling different offices repeatedly, hoping you don't miss your item.
ReportLost simplifies that process. Submit one report to us, and we deliver your information to every relevant local office and service. More importantly, we run continuous searches across the web for 6 to 12 months, monitoring community posts, online classifieds, and local channels for your item. You can relax knowing the surveillance is happening automatically, and we'll notify you instantly if something looks like a match.
Common places where people lose things in Miami Beach
We help you report to the services that cover each area
Miami Beach Shoreline & Public Beach
Keys, phones, and wallets frequently go missing in the sand or near lifeguard stations. Miami Beach Police covers beach areas, and we make sure they have your description and coordinates.
Ocean Drive & South Beach
Busy nightlife district where items are left at bars, restaurants, and clubs. We report to the relevant precinct and monitor local lost & found posts from businesses in the area.
Downtown Miami Beach & Convention Center
Hotels, the Convention Center, and major intersections see frequent losses. We route reports to the right department and coordinate with hotels if needed.
Miami Beach Transit & Trolley Routes
Riding the Citywide Free Trolley or Metrobus through Miami Beach? We report directly to Miami-Dade Transit Lost & Found so they can search the vehicle.
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelers through Terminal D or other terminals sometimes leave things behind. We file reports with MIA's Lost & Found facility immediately.
Community channels we monitor
We scan these daily for posts about found items matching yours
Facebook group for lost and found animals in Miami-Dade
Reddit discussions about lost items and local sightings
Neighborhood posts from residents who find items
Neighborhood-specific groups and community pages
Lost pet alerts and community network
Questions about lost items in Miami Beach
How long does Miami Beach Police keep lost items?
Miami Beach Police generally holds lost and found items for 90 days. After that, unclaimed items may be donated, destroyed, or auctioned. We recommend reporting immediately so they can set your item aside and notify you if it's turned in.
What if I lost something on Miami-Dade Transit?
Contact Miami-Dade Transit's Lost and Found office at 786-469-5564 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding county holidays). You can also report online at miamidade.gov. For items left on the Citywide Free Trolley specifically, call 305-673-7117. Include the route number, the direction you were heading, and the approximate time.
What should I do if I lost something at Miami International Airport?
Visit the Lost & Found facility at Terminal D North, Level 4 (open daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.), or call 305-876-7377. Have your flight number, airline, and a detailed description of your item. If you lost something at a TSA security checkpoint, also contact TSA separately at 605-330-2500.
Can I search for my lost pet on a specific database?
Yes. Miami-Dade Animal Services maintains the official lost and found pet database. Call 311 or 305-468-5900 to file a report and check for found pets. Also post on the Miami Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and PawBoost, which connect the community quickly. We do this reporting for you automatically.
How long will ReportLost search for my item?
We monitor web-wide channels for 6 to 12 months, continuously scanning social media, community posts, marketplace listings, and local groups for items matching your description, location, and date. You'll get an alert as soon as we spot a credible match so you can follow up immediately, rather than checking these channels every day yourself.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or a partnership with Miami Beach Police?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We help you report to Miami Beach Police, Miami-Dade Transit, Miami International Airport, and other local services, and we supplement those reports with continuous monitoring of public web channels. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency, but we are designed to make their services easier to access and coordinate.
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Report your lost item in Miami Beach now
The faster you report, the sooner Miami Beach Police, transit, airport, and local services can look for your item. Fill out your details below, and we'll take it from there, monitoring for matches while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a substitute for the Miami Beach Police Department, City of Miami Beach, Miami-Dade Transit, Miami International Airport, Miami-Dade Animal Services, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We help you report to these official channels and supplement those reports with automated monitoring of public web channels. Always file an official report with the relevant local authority.