Lost something in St. Augustine? We'll track it down for you.
One report sent to the St. Augustine Police Department, St. Johns County Animal Services, local businesses, and monitored across social channels. We search the web continuously 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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in St. Augustine
You submit your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right channels in St. Augustine, from police to retailers to transit.
We route it to the places that matter
Your loss gets logged with the St. Augustine Police Department's Property and Evidence section, the St. Augustine Beach Police if relevant, the local transit system, and spread across community channels. No back-and-forth, no confusion about who to call.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor posts, local marketplaces, and web listings daily for 12 months. When we spot a credible match, you get an alert instantly. You can focus on your day while we keep watch.
Where and how to report in St. Augustine
Direct contacts and what ReportLost does on your behalf
St. Augustine Police Department
The Police Department's Property and Evidence Specialist manages lost items reported to them. You can contact them directly during business hours (Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at 904-825-1074. When you file with ReportLost, we alert them to your loss and provide them with all the details they need.
St. Augustine Beach Police
If your loss occurred at the beach or along A1A, the Beach Police operate their own found property office. They're separate from the main Police Department and have their own evidence handling system. ReportLost ensures your report reaches them when location-relevant, saving you the step of figuring out which agency to contact.
Public Transit (Sunshine Bus)
St. Johns County runs the Sunshine Bus with local routes. If you left something on a bus, call Customer Service at 904-209-3710 (Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.). ReportLost generates the exact details to provide them and tracks their lost and found listings so you don't have to call repeatedly.
Lost Pet?
If your pet is missing, report it to the St. Johns County Pet Center at 904-209-6190 (Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Animals are held and searchable by your description. For ongoing community help and social media alerts, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost, which amplifies your search across local pet networks.
Retail & Local Businesses
Many items turn up at shops, restaurants, and attractions where you were when you lost them. ReportLost can point you toward contacting the specific venue and also monitors community posts where locals alert each other about found items at popular spots.
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Getting ahead of the search
The sooner you file a report with ReportLost, the sooner our monitoring begins. Once you submit, you can step back and trust that we're actively watching multiple channels on your behalf. Every day counts, but so does peace of mind.
Report my lost item →St. Augustine's charm comes with a catch: losing something in the historic district, on the beach, or at one of the area's many attractions can feel overwhelming. The police department, the beach patrol, local shops, and social media are all separate channels, each with its own hours and procedures. Without a central system, most people end up making dozens of calls and checking the same Facebook groups over and over.
ReportLost bridges that gap. File one report with us, and we handle the routing to the St. Augustine Police Department, St. Augustine Beach Police, local transit, and the community networks where items turn up. Then our automated system scans the web continuously for "found" posts matching your description, location, and timeline, eliminating the need to do that detective work yourself every single day.
Common places people lose items in St. Augustine
Where losses often end up and what you should know
Historic Downtown & King Street
The heart of St. Augustine sees constant foot traffic among shops, restaurants, and galleries. Items left on benches, in cafes, or dropped on brick streets often make their way to nearby business lost and founds or straight to police.
St. Augustine Beach & A1A
Beach towels, phones, sunglasses, and bags vanish in the sand or get handed to the Beach Police office. Items may also be posted on community Facebook groups by helpful beachgoers.
Alligator Farm & Tourist Attractions
Popular visitor spots like the Alligator Farm, Ripley's, and the Oldest House draw crowds daily. Lost items often end up at each venue's guest services or are reported by staff to the police.
Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
This historical site has its own lost and found desk. Items left here may take time to surface, which is why ongoing automated monitoring helps ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
Transit & Bus Stations
The Sunshine Bus system serves the area, and forgotten items accumulate at the transit center or get reported to Customer Service. Buses also hold items until claimed.
Community channels where lost items get posted
Facebook groups and local networks where St. Augustine residents alert each other
Active Facebook group for missing and found pets
Facebook community dedicated to reuniting lost pets with owners
Reddit community where locals post lost items and pet alerts
Official page that occasionally shares found property alerts
Hyperlocal networks where neighbors post found items and ask for help identifying owners
Frequently asked questions
How long does the St. Augustine Police Department hold lost items?
The police hold items for a reasonable period, but exact timelines can vary. Contact the Property and Evidence Specialist at 904-825-1074 to confirm how long your specific item is being retained. ReportLost files your report with them immediately so they know to flag your item when it arrives.
What if I lost something at St. Augustine Beach?
The Beach Police operate separately from the main Police Department and have their own found property office at 2300 A1A South. They handle beach-related losses. ReportLost routes your report to them based on where you indicate your loss occurred.
Can I check if something I lost is in the police department's found property?
Yes, you can call the Property and Evidence Specialist at 904-825-1074 (Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to inquire. ReportLost also contacts them on your behalf and monitors their listings over time.
What happens if someone finds my lost pet?
They are likely to call the St. Johns County Pet Center at 904-209-6190 or report it to one of the local Facebook pet groups. When you file a lost pet report with ReportLost, we amplify your search across those channels and monitor them continuously.
How long does ReportLost monitor my report?
We actively search the web for matches to your lost item for 12 months. That includes scanning marketplace listings, social media posts, community groups, and local business announcements. You'll receive an alert as soon as we spot a credible match.
Is ReportLost.org an official service or part of the St. Augustine Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with any police department or government agency. We work in partnership with local authorities by filing reports on your behalf and monitoring the web for matches. Think of us as a coordinator and automated assistant that ensures your report reaches the right places and keeps watch while you get on with your life.
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The faster you report, the sooner our monitoring starts. Complete your report in just a few minutes, and let our system do the searching for you across St. Augustine and beyond.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the St. Augustine Police Department, St. Augustine Beach Police, St. Johns County, the City of St. Augustine, or any local government entity. We file reports on your behalf and monitor public web channels to help you locate lost items. For official lost and found inquiries or to file a formal police report, contact the authorities directly at the numbers provided above.