Lost something in West Melbourne? Here is who to contact.
Submit once, and we connect your loss to the West Melbourne Police Department, local lost and found channels, and active community networks. Your report keeps searching for a match across all platforms.
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 West Melbourne
You report the loss
Fill out a quick form with details about what you've lost, where, and when. We gather the specifics needed to route your report to the right channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the West Melbourne Police Department, relevant local lost and found offices, and active West Melbourne community networks. No more hunting for contact info or filing the same report multiple times.
Your report stays active and searching
While you move forward with your day, your report continues to match against new found items posted to local channels and marketplaces for 12 months. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check Facebook groups or Nextdoor yourself every single day.
Where to report a lost item in West Melbourne
Direct channels and how ReportLost handles each one for you
West Melbourne Police Department
The Property & Evidence unit holds lost and found items Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and help you file a report so you don't have to navigate their intake process alone.
West Melbourne City Hall
City Hall coordinates with other departments and community resources. We alert the right office based on where and what you lost, saving you the step of figuring out who handles each type of item.
Space Coast Area Transit (321transit)
If you left something on a local bus, Space Coast Area Transit manages that lost and found. We generate the exact details to include in your lost and found inquiry so your report reaches the right department.
Melbourne Airport Lost & Found
Traveling through Melbourne International Airport (MLB) or the nearby Orlando area? Airport lost and found is a separate system. We point you to the right terminal contact so your report gets filed with airport staff who retain items for extended periods.
Lost Pet in West Melbourne
If you've lost a pet, report it immediately to Brevard County Animal Services. They coordinate with shelters and community networks across the region. For a streamlined pet-focused report with priority alerts, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
Community Networks & Social Media
West Melbourne residents share found items through Nextdoor, Facebook lost and found groups, and local community pages. We post your report to active channels in real time, multiplying your reach across the neighborhood.
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Why wait to file your report?
The sooner your loss is documented and routed to the right channels, the sooner it can be matched with a found item. Every hour counts when searching through local lost and found networks. File your report today and let our system keep searching while you focus on other things.
Report my lost item →Losing something in West Melbourne means juggling multiple phone calls: the police department, City Hall, transit services, the airport if you were traveling through. Each office holds items separately, and no single place tracks everything. Without a central report, your lost item can slip through the cracks while you're calling around trying to remember which desk handles what.
ReportLost simplifies that maze. One report, one form, and we ensure your loss reaches the West Melbourne Police Department's Property & Evidence office, local community groups, and ongoing search channels. Once filed, your report stays active for months, automatically comparing new found postings against your description, so you can breathe and let the system work for you.
Common places where items go missing in West Melbourne
Know where to search, and we'll know where to report
Downtown West Melbourne & Minton Road Corridor
The main business and civic district, home to City Hall, the Police Department, and local shops, sees frequent losses in parking areas and storefronts.
Eau Gallie Boulevard
A major east-west thoroughfare with shopping centers, restaurants, and transit stops where items are left behind in vehicles and public spaces.
Space Coast Area Transit Bus Routes
Items frequently left on or near bus stops along 321transit routes throughout West Melbourne and neighboring areas.
Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
Travelers passing through often leave items in rental car facilities, parking areas, and terminal zones.
Neighborhood Parking Lots & Retail Centers
Local shopping areas and residential parking lots account for a significant number of lost personal items and vehicles contents.
Local West Melbourne lost and found communities
Where neighbors post and share found items
Facebook group for items lost and found across Brevard County, including West Melbourne
Dedicated Facebook community for lost and found pets throughout the region
Neighborhood app where local residents post found items and help reunite losses
Regional pet search platform covering West Melbourne and surrounding areas
Frequently asked questions about lost items in West Melbourne
How long does the West Melbourne Police Department keep lost and found items?
Items held at the West Melbourne Police Department Property & Evidence office are retained per Florida law and police department procedures. Check directly with the department at 321-723-9673 or visit in person Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., to confirm the retention period for your specific item.
What if I lost something on a Space Coast Area Transit bus?
Call Space Coast Area Transit customer service or visit their contact page at 321transit.com/contact-us/. Describe your item and the bus route or approximate time you traveled. Items are typically held for a set period before being disposed of, so report it as soon as possible.
Where do I report a lost item at Melbourne International Airport?
Contact the Melbourne Airport Lost & Found directly at (321) 409-2045 or email LostandFound@mlbair.com. Provide your flight information, a detailed description, and where you believe you left the item. Airport staff will search and contact you if found.
How do I report a lost pet in West Melbourne?
Contact Brevard County Animal Services immediately at 321-633-2024. They operate the Animal Care Center and coordinate with shelters and rescue groups. Post on local Facebook groups like 'Lost and Found Pets of Brevard County' and check Nextdoor and PawBoost. For a priority pet report that stays active in the system, use ReportLost's pet-focused form.
What should I do if I find an item in West Melbourne?
If the item has identification, contact the owner directly. Otherwise, turn it in to the nearest police precinct, transit authority, or business where it was found. Post on Nextdoor or local Facebook groups like 'Brevard County FL Lost and Found' to help reunite it with its owner.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace filing with the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that streamlines the reporting process for you. We are not a law enforcement agency, but we work with local police departments, transit systems, and community networks to ensure your report reaches the right official channels. Filing with ReportLost does not replace a police report; it complements it by routing your information to multiple recovery channels simultaneously and keeping your report active in the system for months.
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Get your report started now
The faster you report your loss, the sooner the search can begin across all West Melbourne channels. Once your report is filed and routed, you can step back and let our team and the community network do the looking for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the West Melbourne Police Department, City of West Melbourne, Space Coast Area Transit, Melbourne International Airport, Brevard County Animal Services, or any other local government or private entity. We work to connect your lost item report to these official channels, but we are a separate organization. Always verify contact information directly with official sources.