Lost something in Mount Dora? Here are the offices that take your report.
File one report and we route it to the Mount Dora Police Department, city services, local lost and found channels, and active community groups. Your report stays active, searching for a match 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 ReportLost works in Mount Dora
You describe what you lost
Tell us the details: where you lost your wallet, ring, or keys, when, and what it looks like. We guide you through it in minutes.
We notify the right places
We send your report to the Mount Dora Police, relevant city departments, transit services, and post to local community channels so the right people know to look for your item.
Your report keeps searching
We don't stop after day one. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found posts, community updates, and marketplace listings. You get an alert the moment we find a credible match, with no daily checking required on your part.
Where to report lost items in Mount Dora
The local channels that matter, plus how ReportLost connects you to all of them at once
Mount Dora Police Department
The Police Department maintains lost and found records and can file a formal report for lost or stolen items. You can report in person at their office or call during business hours. We tell you exactly which precinct covers your location and generate the details they'll need.
City of Mount Dora City Hall
City Hall coordinates with various city services and can point you toward the right department or facility for your lost item, especially for items lost in public spaces or municipal locations. Our report reaches them so they know to keep an eye out in their areas.
LakeXpress Public Transit
If you left your purse, phone, or other item on a LakeXpress bus in Mount Dora, contact their lost and found directly. We can guide you to the right transit provider and help document what to report.
Lost pet? File a priority report
A lost cat or dog needs faster action than most items. Lake County Animal Shelter and the broader county network keep records of lost and found animals. We can alert animal control and local pet groups immediately while your pet report stays active. file a priority lost pet report
Community Facebook & Local Groups
Mount Dora residents post found items and lost pet updates in local Facebook groups and Nextdoor regularly. ReportLost publishes your report to these channels so the community can help. You can also check these groups directly to see recent found posts.
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Report your loss today
The sooner you file, the sooner your report reaches every channel that matters and begins its continuous search. Starting your report now gives your item the best chance of being spotted and reported back to you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Mount Dora leaves you juggling calls to the police, checking Facebook groups, searching marketplace sites, and hoping someone posts "found item" in the right place. Different services handle different types of losses, each with its own process and timeline. By the time you've tracked down the right department or group, days have passed and momentum is lost.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report reaches the Mount Dora Police Department, city services, local lost and found networks, and the community groups where Mount Dora residents announce discoveries. Better yet, your report doesn't expire after a week. It stays active for your entire search period (12 months), continuously cross-referencing new found items and alerts against your description so you can stop refreshing pages every day and let the system work for you.
Common places where items go missing in Mount Dora
Lost something in one of these areas? Your report will help local services and neighbors know what to look for.
Historic Downtown & Lakefront
The central shopping and dining area around Alexander Street, Heritage Museums, and the lakefront parks attract both locals and visitors. Wallets, rings, and phones are commonly misplaced at restaurants, shops, and public walking areas.
Mount Dora Community Park
A popular gathering spot for events and outdoor activities. Purses, glasses, and personal items are sometimes left behind on benches or at picnic areas.
Donnelly Street & Commercial Corridors
Home to shops, offices, and services where quick stops sometimes result in forgotten items. Check with individual businesses, but ReportLost will alert them too.
Residential Neighborhoods
Keys, mail, and packages sometimes go missing during deliveries or neighborhood walks. Local community groups are excellent resources for these losses.
How Mount Dora residents find lost items
Active local groups where found items are posted and lost pets are shared
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets across the county, including Mount Dora residents
Mount Dora residents post found items and lost pet updates in neighborhood and city-specific groups
Hyperlocal network where neighbors alert each other to lost and found items in real time
Questions about losing and finding items in Mount Dora
How long does the Mount Dora Police Department hold lost and found items?
Most police departments in Florida hold unclaimed items for 30 to 90 days before disposal. Check with the Mount Dora Police Department at (352) 735-7130 to confirm how long they store items. ReportLost keeps your report active for up to 12 months, so even if police release an item to another service, you'll be alerted if it surfaces elsewhere.
Can I file a lost item report with Mount Dora Police online?
The Mount Dora Police Department offers a Citizens Online Police Reporting system for certain non-emergency reports. You can also call (352) 735-7130 or visit in person at 1300 N. Donnelly Street during office hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday). ReportLost files the report and notifies them for you.
What if I lost something on a LakeXpress bus?
Call LakeXpress Lost and Found at (352) 742-1940 during their hours (6 a.m. to 8 p.m.). They hold found items for a limited time. ReportLost will alert them to watch for your item and cross-reference any new found posts.
Is there an animal control office in Mount Dora?
Animal control for Mount Dora and the surrounding area is handled by the Lake County Animal Shelter in Tavares, about 20 minutes away. They maintain lost and found records for animals across the county. Call (352) 343-9688 or visit their website. If you've lost a pet, ReportLost sends a priority alert to them and local pet groups immediately.
What neighborhoods in Mount Dora have active lost-and-found Facebook groups?
The "Lost and Found Animals Lake County Florida" Facebook group is the most active for pet losses. For general lost items and found posts, check Mount Dora community groups and Nextdoor. ReportLost publishes your report to these channels automatically so you reach the widest audience without managing multiple posts yourself.
Is ReportLost.org official, or do I still need to call the police?
ReportLost.org is an independent service, not part of the Mount Dora Police Department or city government. We work alongside official channels, not instead of them. When you file a report with us, we notify the police, city services, and community groups on your behalf. You're not choosing between ReportLost and the police, you're using ReportLost to simultaneously reach the police plus all the other places that handle lost items in Mount Dora.
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Don't let your lost item fade into the background
Every hour that passes is another opportunity missed. File your report now and let ReportLost take the next steps for you, reaching every relevant service and community channel while your report stays active and searching for a match for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Mount Dora Police Department, City of Mount Dora, Lake County services, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We work in parallel with official lost and found channels to help you reach them more efficiently. Always contact official services directly if you need immediate assistance.