Lost your wallet, ring, or pet in Southwest Ranches? We'll get your report to the right people.
One report connects with the Davie Police Department, Town Hall, local animal rescues, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically checking for matches.
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 it works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details that matter most to get your item back.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Davie Police Department, Town Hall lost and found, relevant local groups, and Nextdoor. No need to figure out who to call or where to go.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and monitors incoming lost and found posts, marketplace listings, and community posts for a match. You don't have to check back every day, we alert you when something credible turns up.
Where to report in Southwest Ranches
Below are the main channels. ReportLost connects all of them automatically, but you can also reach out directly.
Police Department
The Davie Police Department covers Southwest Ranches and maintains a lost and found. For non-emergency reports, call 954-764-HELP (4357), available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We identify the right precinct for your location and help you file the correct report.
Town Hall
Southwest Ranches Town Hall can assist with lost and found inquiries and may have information about items turned in at municipal facilities. Call 954-434-0008 or email druesga@southwestranches.org. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We generate the exact details to include when you reach out.
Lost Pet Resources
If you've lost a dog or cat, the Southwest Ranches Lost and Found Animals Facebook community is active and responsive. You can also contact animal rescues and shelters in the wider Broward County area. We make sure your lost pet report reaches all these networks and stays searchable. File a priority lost pet report.
Southwest Ranches Lost and Found Animals (Facebook)|Lucky Dog Rescue Inc.
Public Transit & Local Travel
If you lost something on a bus or while traveling in the Miami-Dade area, contact Miami-Dade Transit Lost and Found at 786-469-5564 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Our team will direct you to the exact service and timing that applies to your situation.
Airports
If your loss happened at or around a regional airport like Fort Lauderdale (FLL), contact the airport's Lost and Found directly. Hours and procedures vary by terminal, so we make sure you reach the right desk with the right information.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the more time your report has to stay active and find a match. Once you submit, our team takes care of routing it to the police, town services, and community channels.
Report my lost item →Southwest Ranches is a tight-knit community, but when you lose a wallet, phone, bracelet, or pet, the systems for getting it back are scattered across the police department, town services, animal rescues, and Facebook groups. Each one operates independently, so a lost item can slip through the cracks if you don't know exactly where to report it or what to say.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. File once, and we route your report to all the right channels, then keep your search active for months so you're not refreshing Nextdoor or Facebook every morning. Whether it's a lost ring or a missing dog, we handle the coordination while you focus on other things.
Common places to lose things in Southwest Ranches
Lost items show up in different spots depending on where you were when you last had them.
Downtown and Main Shopping Areas
Wallets, phones, and purses slip out at local shops and intersections along Griffin Road and surrounding retail strips.
Residential Neighborhoods
Keys and small items are commonly lost in driveways and residential streets, especially during moves or deliveries.
Parks and Recreation
Jewelry, glasses, and pet collars go missing at community parks and open green spaces around town.
Local Businesses and Restaurants
Personal items left at cafes, offices, and service providers are frequently turned in but need the right description to claim.
Transit Stops
Phones, bags, and accessories are left behind at bus stops and during travel to nearby Miami-Dade and Broward destinations.
Community channels where items turn up
These groups and forums are where locals post found items and reunite people with their belongings.
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the immediate area
Neighborhood posts and alerts for lost items and local found announcements
Regional community group where found items from Southwest Ranches sometimes get shared
Questions about reporting lost items in Southwest Ranches
How long does the Davie Police Department keep lost and found items?
Items are typically held for 30 to 60 days, depending on their nature. That's why filing a report quickly and checking back regularly is important. Our service keeps your report active beyond that window, increasing your chances if an item surfaces later.
What if I lost my item in a neighboring town or while traveling?
Southwest Ranches sits within Broward County, and our network extends to Davie, Dania Beach, Weston, and surrounding areas. Let us know where you lost it, and we'll route your report to the correct jurisdiction and local services.
Can I report a lost pet through ReportLost?
Yes, absolutely. We have a dedicated lost pet reporting path that connects directly to animal rescues, shelters, and the active Southwest Ranches Lost and Found Animals Facebook community. This gets priority handling and stays searchable longer.
How do I pick up a found item once it's located?
Once your item is found, we'll give you contact details for wherever it turned up, whether that's the police department, an animal rescue, or a community member. You'll arrange pickup directly with them, but we'll handle getting your report to them first.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the Davie Police Department or Town of Southwest Ranches?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not part of law enforcement or town government, but we know exactly how their systems work and route your report to the right desk. We complement, not replace, filing with police or town services when that's necessary.
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Get your report working for you
Stop worrying about where to call or whether you've told the right person. Submit once, and let your report stay active for 12 months while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Davie Police Department, Town of Southwest Ranches, Miami-Dade Transit, airport authorities, animal shelters, or any other government or private agency mentioned on this page. We route your report to these organizations and maintain your search, but official police reports, animal registrations, and airport claims may require you to file separately or follow their specific procedures. Always contact local authorities directly for emergencies.