Lost something in St. Petersburg? Report it once and we handle the rest.
One report reaches the St. Petersburg Police Department, local transit authority, airport if needed, and active community channels. We then scan the web continuously for matches across marketplaces, social groups, and local posts for up to 6 months, so you don't have to check every day.
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)
Reported in St. Petersburg
- WalletOctober 7
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 July 13, 2026.
How it works
You tell us what you lost
Describe your item, where it went missing in St. Petersburg, and when. We gather the details needed to route your report to the right department and searches.
We connect it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the St. Petersburg Police Property & Evidence unit, PSTA Lost & Found if it's transit-related, airport operations if applicable, and gets posted to local community channels where St. Petersburg residents actively share found items.
Automated monitoring finds your match
Our system scans the entire web, from Facebook Lost & Found groups and Nextdoor posts to marketplace listings, every few days for months. The moment a credible match appears, you get an alert. No more refreshing tabs yourself.
Where items end up in St. Petersburg
Know who has what, and let us do the legwork.
St. Petersburg Police Department
Items turned in to police, recovered at crime scenes, or found on city streets typically go to the Property & Evidence Division at 1301 1 Ave N. They log and store items according to state retention policy. ReportLost files your report with the right precinct and ensures the description reaches Property & Evidence.
PSTA Lost & Found (Pinellas Suncoast Transit)
Lost something on a local bus? PSTA staff tag and securely store items found on board or turned in by drivers. Items are held for a set period before disposal. We alert PSTA with your report details so staff know what to look for and can contact you if it surfaces.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Forgot an item in the terminal, security area, or gate area? Airport Lost & Found is open weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and accepts online reports. Items on aircraft go to the airline. We know which channel to use based on your loss location and what you describe.
Retail, restaurants & public places
Items left at shops, restaurants, hotels, entertainment venues, and parks are usually held at the location's customer service desk or manager's office. Holding periods vary by business. ReportLost helps you frame a description and identify the exact location so you can follow up directly or we can point toward the business's contact method.
Lost pets
If your dog, cat, or pet has gone missing in St. Petersburg, time is critical. Contact Pinellas County Animal Services or Friends of Strays immediately, and post on local pet networks. ReportLost specializes in lost pet reports with faster social amplification and dedicated monitoring. File a priority lost pet report
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Getting a report in fast helps
The sooner you file with ReportLost, the sooner our automated monitoring begins scanning the web, social channels, and community boards where St. Petersburg residents share found items. Once your report is live, you can breathe easier knowing the search is on.
Report my lost item →Losing something in St. Petersburg, whether it's in a Uber, left at the beach, dropped on a PSTA bus, or mislaid at a downtown shop, means reaching out to separate offices, waiting on hold, and hoping someone saw it. The St. Petersburg Police Department, transit authority, airport, and local businesses each maintain their own lost & found systems, and they're not connected.
ReportLost streamlines the whole process. One form, and we notify the right departments, generate alerts on the social channels where St. Petersburg residents post found items, and keep watch for you across the web. You file the report and move forward, knowing a continuous automated search is working behind the scenes to reunite you with your property.
Common loss hotspots in St. Petersburg
Places where items frequently turn up or disappear.
Downtown St. Petersburg
The central business district and shopping areas around Central Avenue see steady foot traffic and lost & found activity at shops, offices, and restaurants.
The Pier district
Popular with tourists and locals, the St. Petersburg Pier and waterfront promenade produce lost items both at the structure itself and nearby parks.
Beach areas & parks
Treasure Island, Pass-a-Grille, and local parks are frequent sites of lost personal items, especially during busy seasons.
PSTA transit corridors
Items left on buses or at transit centers along major routes are a steady stream for the Lost & Found.
St. Pete-Clearwater Airport vicinity
The airport and rental car areas generate lost items ranging from luggage to personal effects.
Community channels where found items are posted
St. Petersburg residents actively share discoveries on these platforms.
Facebook group where community members post found and lost items
Another active Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost items with owners
Subreddit for St. Petersburg area residents, includes lost & found posts
Specialized networks for lost and found pets in the local area
Neighborhood social network where found items are frequently reported
Frequently asked questions
How long does the St. Petersburg Police Department hold lost items?
Florida law generally allows law enforcement to hold unclaimed property for a period before it is disposed of or donated. The exact timeframe depends on the item category. Contact the Property & Evidence Division at 727-893-7560 to check on your specific item. ReportLost ensures your description is in the system so they can locate it if it arrives.
How do I check if PSTA found my item on the bus?
Call PSTA Lost & Found at 727-540-1800 (Monday–Friday, 8:15 a.m.–4:00 p.m.). Have your bus route, approximate date, and description ready. ReportLost can prepare that information for you and monitor for your item across web posts if it's turned in or shared in local channels.
What if I lost something at St. Pete-Clearwater Airport?
Contact the Airport Lost & Found at 727-453-7817 (8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday). You can also submit an online form at fly2pie.com. If your item was on an aircraft, contact the airline directly. ReportLost coordinates with the airport system and alerts you to any matches found or posted online.
How does ReportLost's automated monitoring work?
After you file a report, our system continuously scans Facebook Lost & Found groups, Nextdoor, Reddit, local marketplaces, and other public web sources for posts matching your item's description, location, and date. We check every few days for months and send you an alert the moment a credible match is detected, so you don't have to refresh pages yourself.
Can I report a lost pet through ReportLost?
Yes. Lost pets are a priority. ReportLost amplifies your report across social channels and pet networks (including local Facebook groups and PawBoost) while monitoring the web for sightings. Go to our lost pet section to file a priority pet report; immediate contact with Pinellas County Animal Services (727-582-2600) and local rescues is also critical.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that complements official lost & found channels. We file reports on your behalf with the St. Petersburg Police, PSTA, airport, and local authorities, and we monitor the web for matches. We do not replace or take over police investigations; we simplify the reporting process and keep watch for you. Our role is to make it easier for you to get found items back by ensuring the right people know what you lost and by scanning community channels and marketplaces you might not check daily.
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Ready to report?
File your report with ReportLost and we'll handle routing it to the St. Petersburg Police, PSTA, and relevant local channels, plus begin our continuous web monitoring. The faster you report, the sooner the search begins.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the St. Petersburg Police Department, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA), St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, Pinellas County Animal Services, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We facilitate reporting and monitoring on your behalf, but we do not control official lost & found operations or guarantee recovery. Always contact the relevant official department directly for immediate assistance or status updates.