Lost something in New Smyrna Beach? Report it once, and let us handle the rest.
One report connects to the New Smyrna Beach Police Department, City Hall, local businesses, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in New Smyrna Beach
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We guide you through the details that matter most.
We route your report
We get your information to the right police department, city offices, and community groups so you don't have to call each one separately.
Your report keeps searching
For months ahead, your report stays active and automatically cross-references new found posts, marketplace listings, and community announcements for potential matches, alerting you instantly if something credible appears.
Where to report a lost item in New Smyrna Beach
The official channels, and how ReportLost connects you to them all at once
New Smyrna Beach Police Department
The Police Department's Property and Evidence Division holds found items and maintains a public inventory. If you report directly, you'll need to call during business hours and provide proof of ownership to claim. We submit your report on your behalf and ensure your item description reaches the right desk.
Call Property Division: 386-424-2230|View Found Property online
City of New Smyrna Beach
City Hall coordinates with the police and other city services regarding found property. For certain items lost on city property or in municipal facilities, the city office may have records. We know which department to contact and what information they need.
Contact City Hall: 386-410-2600|City of New Smyrna Beach official site
Retail and public venues
Local shops, restaurants, parks, and businesses keep lost and found bins behind their counters. Items are usually held for 30 to 90 days before donation or disposal. If you lost your item at a specific business, call them directly; we can also help you compose a message and identify which places are most likely to have received it based on location.
Lost pet?
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, the New Smyrna Beach Animal Services and the Humane Society of Volusia County can help reunite you. Both work with local shelters and microchip databases. For the quickest response, post immediately on pet-specific networks and contact both services right away. File a priority lost pet report
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Start your search now
The sooner you report, the better. Once your information is out there, you can take a breath; our system keeps checking for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in New Smyrna Beach can feel isolating, especially when you're not sure whether to contact the police first, check with the city, call local businesses, or post on social media. The systems rarely talk to each other, so most people end up doing all of those things anyway, hoping one path leads back to their item.
ReportLost simplifies that burden. One report, filed once, reaches the New Smyrna Beach Police Department's Property Division, the city's found property office, and the community groups where locals post discoveries. Even better, your report doesn't stop searching after day one; it stays live and actively monitors for matches for your entire 6 or 12 month search window, so you can move on knowing the work continues without you.
Common places where items go missing in New Smyrna Beach
Neighborhoods and venues to check, and notify when reporting
Downtown and Sams Avenue
City center shops, restaurants, and municipal offices; high foot traffic and the most likely place for items to be turned in to local businesses or the police.
New Smyrna Beach Pier and Boardwalk
Popular tourist and local spot where wallets, phones, and personal items frequently go missing; beach shops and vendors often keep a lost and found.
Beach neighborhoods and Flagler Avenue
Residential and retail beach-side areas where items are lost during outings; nearby businesses and homeowners often report finds.
Parks and recreation areas
Canal Street Park, Riverside Park, and other green spaces where joggers, families, and picnickers lose phones, keys, and personal effects.
Community groups and alerts
Where locals post found items and coordinate searches
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets across the region, including New Smyrna Beach
Facebook community for lost and found animals in the immediate New Smyrna Beach area
Official city page where residents post community notices and found items
Local hyperlocal network where residents share lost and found reports within their immediate area
Frequently asked questions
How long does the police department hold found items?
The New Smyrna Beach Police Property Division typically holds items for a retention period before they may be donated or disposed of. Call 386-424-2230 during business hours (8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday) to check on your specific item or to ask about their exact retention timeline.
What do I need to claim my lost item from the police?
You must provide proof of ownership. This can be a receipt, photo, credit card statement, insurance document, or any credible proof that the item belongs to you. Have this ready before you visit or call.
Where should I check first if I lost something at a local business or restaurant?
Call the specific place where you lost the item as soon as possible; many businesses hold found items at their customer service desk or lost and found for 30 to 90 days. If you're not sure which location, ask ReportLost to help you prioritize based on your timeline and the item's value.
Are there local lost pet resources beyond the police?
Yes. The Humane Society of Volusia County contracts with New Smyrna Beach to take in stray animals and maintains a database of lost pets. You can also post on pet-specific Facebook groups and call local animal hospitals (many scan found pets for microchips). ReportLost can route a lost pet report to the right shelters and post the alert on community channels.
How long does ReportLost keep searching for my item?
Your report stays active for either 12 months, depending on the plan you choose. During that entire period, your item description is cross-referenced against new found posts, marketplace listings, and community announcements. You'll receive an alert if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check manually every day.
Is ReportLost official or affiliated with the New Smyrna Beach Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of any government agency. We partner with you to ensure your report reaches the right official channels, police departments, and community groups quickly. We don't replace filing a police report; rather, we automate and streamline the process of contacting all the places where your item is likely to turn up, and we keep your search active for months so you don't have to.
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Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the New Smyrna Beach Police Department, the City of New Smyrna Beach, the Humane Society of Volusia County, or any other official entity or business mentioned on this page. We help you file and distribute lost item reports to the appropriate channels; we do not replace official police reports or claims. All information is current as of the publication date; please verify phone numbers and hours directly with each organization before contacting them.