Lost something in Riviera Beach? Report it once and we handle the rest.
One report routes your loss to the Riviera Beach Police Department, local transit services, and Palm Beach County resources. Your report stays active for months, automatically matching against new found items and local alerts.
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 July 27, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Riviera Beach
You tell us what you lost
Share a clear description, where and when you lost your item, and your contact details. We generate the exact information the police and local services need.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Riviera Beach Police Department's Property & Evidence unit, Palm Tran if it's a transit loss, Palm Beach County Animal Care if it's a pet, and relevant community channels.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically cross-checks against found items reported to local services, community groups, and marketplaces. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check back every day.
Where to report a lost item in Riviera Beach
These are the official channels you'd contact yourself. ReportLost connects you to all of them at once.
Riviera Beach Police Department
The Police Department's Property & Evidence unit handles lost and found items. You can report in person at their office (open Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM) or call the non-emergency line. We tell you exactly which precinct covers your loss location and what details to provide.
Non-emergency line: 561-845-4123|Visit the Police Department
City Hall
The City of Riviera Beach's main office can direct you to relevant departments or services for items lost in public spaces. We point you to the exact desk that handles your type of loss.
Palm Tran (Public Transit)
If you left something on a Palm Tran bus or at a station, the Lost & Found team can help. Call customer service and reference your bus route and time. We generate the exact details you'll need for a faster response.
Customer Service: 561-649-9838 (option 6)|Palm Tran Lost & Found
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Items left at the airport or in security checkpoints are held at the Lost & Found office on Level 2 of the Main Terminal. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 4:30 PM. Unclaimed items are sold or donated after 30 days. Call ahead to check if your item has been turned in.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a dog or cat, contact Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control immediately. They maintain a searchable lost and found database and can help reunite you with your pet. Time matters with lost pets, and our team makes sure your report reaches shelters and rescue networks fast. File a priority lost pet report
Animal Care & Control: 561-233-1282|South county residents: 561-276-1344 ext. 41282|Search Lost Pets Database
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Getting your loss in front of the right people quickly matters. Once your report is filed with ReportLost, the heavy lifting is done, and you can focus on the next steps while we keep watch on local channels.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Riviera Beach means navigating multiple systems at once: the police department's Property & Evidence unit, Palm Tran's lost and found if it happened on a bus, animal shelters if it's a pet, or scrolling through Facebook groups and Craigslist posts yourself. Each place operates on its own timeline and rules. ReportLost simplifies this by doing the routing for you in one go.
Once you report with us, your description and details stay live for six to twelve months, automatically matching against new found items across local services and community networks. You're not left refreshing lost-and-found pages or making daily calls; your report does the searching for you, and you'll hear from us the moment something matches.
Common places where things get lost in Riviera Beach
These neighborhoods and locations see a steady stream of lost items. If you know roughly where you lost something, we can target your report more precisely.
Downtown / Waterfront
Along Blue Heron Boulevard and near the marina, items are often left at restaurants, shops, and public docks.
Civic Center / City Hall Area
Government buildings and surrounding parking attract lost wallets, keys, and phones.
Schools & Parks
Local schools and recreation areas see items left behind during events, sports, and community gatherings.
Transit Hubs
Palm Tran bus stops and transit corridors are frequent loss points, especially during rush hours.
Residential Areas
Items left in yards, near mailboxes, or during deliveries can be found by neighbors or local services.
Community channels where lost items are shared
People in Riviera Beach and surrounding Palm Beach County actively share found and lost items on these platforms. Your report can reach these networks automatically.
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the county
Reddit community for the wider area, including Riviera Beach
Classifieds section where locals post found items
Dedicated lost and found pets platform with local Riviera Beach listings
Neighborhood pages where residents share found items and local alerts
Questions about losing and finding items in Riviera Beach
How long does the Police Department hold lost and found items?
The Riviera Beach Police Department's Property & Evidence unit holds items for a set period before disposal. For exact retention times, contact the non-emergency line at 561-845-4123 (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM) or visit the department in person at 2051 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
What happens if my lost item shows up at Palm Tran?
Palm Tran customer service will hold your item and contact you if you've filed a report. Call 561-649-9838 (option 6) to check on your item or file a report. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. We make sure your report reaches them directly.
How long does the airport hold lost items before selling or donating them?
Items left at Palm Beach International Airport are held for 30 days. After that, unclaimed items are sold or donated. If you lost something at PBI, contact the Lost & Found office at 561-471-7481 as soon as possible. They're open Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where should I post about my lost item on social media?
Palm Beach County Lost and Found Pets groups on Facebook are active for pets, and r/WestPalmBeach reaches residents across the area. Craigslist's Palm Beach County Lost & Found section is also used by locals. We can push your report to these communities at the same time.
How quickly do I need to report a lost pet?
Immediately. Call Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control at 561-233-1282 or 561-276-1344 (south county) right away. They maintain a searchable database and work with rescue networks. Our priority lost pet report ensures shelters and rescues are notified fast.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that routes your report to official channels and keeps your case active across local services and community networks. We're not the police or the city, but we work on your behalf to connect you with them and monitor for matches automatically. You retain full control of your information.
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Ready to report your lost item?
The sooner you get your information in the system, the sooner local services and the community can help. Your report will stay active and searching for months, so you can move forward knowing the work is being done.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Riviera Beach Police Department, City of Riviera Beach, Palm Tran, Palm Beach International Airport, Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control, or any local government agency. We route reports to these official channels and monitor community networks on your behalf, but we do not operate them. Always verify current contact information and hours with each service directly. If you have lost a pet, contact animal control immediately; time is critical.