Lost your wallet, ring, or phone in Palm Beach? Report it and let us handle the rest.
One report routes your loss to the Palm Beach Police Department, Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control, Palm Tran, Palm Beach International Airport's lost and found, and active local channels. Your report stays active, keeping search for a match across new posts and findings.
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 Palm Beach
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate a complete description and figure out which local agencies and channels matter for your situation.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Palm Beach Police Department, relevant lost and found offices (airport, transit, animal shelters), and local community groups on Facebook and Nextdoor, so you don't have to.
Your report keeps searching for you
We stay alert across incoming found items, marketplace posts, and community announcements for your entire search period. When a credible match appears, you get notified. No daily checking required.
Where to report a lost item in Palm Beach
The official channels and how to reach them
Palm Beach Police Department
File a lost property report with the Town of Palm Beach Police. For non-emergency reports, you can also submit online through the West Palm Beach Police Department's citizen portal. We tell you which department covers your loss location and prepare the details you'll need.
Palm Beach Police Lost & Found|West Palm Beach Police Online Report
Palm Tran Lost & Found
If you lost something on a Palm Tran bus, contact customer service right away. Items are typically held for a limited time before moving to storage. We generate the exact information (route number, time, description) that speeds up the search.
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Items left at PBI are held for 30 days before being disposed of or sold. Contact the airport lost and found office quickly to trace your item, or report through TSA if lost at security. We ensure the right contact is reached with your specific location and timeline.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, contact Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control immediately. They maintain a searchable database and post on local pet networks. Time matters with lost pets. File a priority lost pet report
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Your first 24 hours count
Getting a report filed early with all the right offices widens your recovery chances. Once you've submitted your details here, our team takes it from there, notifying the agencies and monitoring new found posts and community alerts on your behalf.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, purse, ring, or phone in Palm Beach means navigating multiple separate systems: the Palm Beach Police Department, airport lost and found, Palm Tran customer service, animal shelters, and Facebook groups all operating on different schedules and submission processes. Between checking each office and reposting across platforms, the first critical hours slip away.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report reaches all the right channels at once, and your loss stays active in the search loop for months, automatically cross-referenced against new findings and posts, so you can focus on moving forward instead of managing dozens of contacts and daily searches.
Common places where items go missing in Palm Beach
Where and how to report by location
Downtown West Palm Beach & Clematis Street
High-traffic shopping and dining areas where wallets, phones, and jewelry are commonly left in restaurants and shops. Report to West Palm Beach Police and check with local business lost and founds.
Worth Avenue & Retail District
Upscale shopping corridor where purses and jewelry are frequently misplaced. Notify store management and file a report with Palm Beach Police through their non-emergency line.
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Security checkpoints, gates, and baggage areas are top spots for lost items. Contact PBI Lost & Found immediately, as retention is limited. TSA also has a separate reporting process for security checkpoint losses.
Public Parks & Beaches
Items left at beachfront parks and recreational areas. Report to Palm Beach Police and check with park management offices. Local Facebook groups often post found items quickly.
Palm Tran Bus Routes
Lost aboard fixed-route buses or Connection services. Call Palm Tran Customer Service with your route number and trip details. The window for recovery is tight.
Community channels where found items are posted
Local groups actively sharing lost and found items
Active subreddit for West Palm Beach residents posting and locating lost items
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets across the county
Local Facebook community sharing lost and found items and updates
Neighborhood app where residents post about lost items and sightings
Classifieds section for posting and searching lost items
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Palm Beach
How long does the Palm Beach Police Department hold a lost item?
The Palm Beach Police Department typically holds lost property for a set period before it may be disposed of or transferred. Contact them at (561) 838-5454 to confirm the holding period for your specific item and get updates on its status.
What happens to lost items left on Palm Tran buses?
Items are held at Palm Tran's facility for a limited time. Call customer service at (561) 841-4287 as soon as possible with your route and trip details. Items not claimed may be donated or discarded, so timing is critical.
How long will PBI Airport hold my lost wallet or phone?
Palm Beach International Airport holds lost items for 30 days. After that, unclaimed items are sold or donated. Call (561) 471-7481 immediately if you believe you've lost something at PBI.
Can I report a lost pet online, or do I need to call?
You can contact Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control by phone at (561) 233-1282 or visit their facility at 7100 Belvedere Road in West Palm Beach. They also have a searchable lost pet database. For maximum visibility, also post on local pet Facebook groups.
What should I include in a lost item report?
Include a detailed description (color, brand, distinctive marks), where and when you lost it, and your contact information. If it's a wallet or phone, mention any unique identifying features. The more specific you are, the easier it is for finders to match your item.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that routes your report to official agencies and actively monitors community channels on your behalf. We're not affiliated with the Palm Beach Police Department, airport, or transit authority, but we connect you to them directly and keep your search active across all relevant sources for 12 months.
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Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Palm Beach Police Department, Town of Palm Beach, City of West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Palm Tran, Palm Beach International Airport, Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control, or any other government agency or private business mentioned. We facilitate reporting and cross-channel monitoring on your behalf, but we do not replace direct contact with official lost and found offices or law enforcement.