Lost something in Westchase? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report connects you to Tampa Police, Hillsborough County Sheriff, HART transit lost and found, Tampa International Airport, local animal services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to search for a match.
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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details needed to file with the right authorities and post across local channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Tampa Police, Hillsborough County Sheriff's lost property division, transit authority if needed, airport if applicable, and local lost and found groups and community boards.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found item posts, marketplace listings, and community updates. We alert you the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check daily.
Where to report your loss in Westchase
Each channel below handles lost items in its own way. ReportLost coordinates all of them for you and keeps your search going.
Tampa Police Department
Lost property claims and reports can be filed with Tampa Police. They maintain a found property database and accept reports through their online system or by phone. We help you identify which precinct covers your loss location and file the exact report they need.
Online reporting system|Non-emergency: (813) 231-6130|Lost & Found squad: (813) 276-3250
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
If your loss occurred in an unincorporated area of Hillsborough County or on county property, HCSO handles lost and found items. You can file a report online or call their non-emergency line. ReportLost ensures your report reaches the right desk at HCSO.
HART Transit Lost and Found
If you left something on a Hillsborough Area Regional Transit bus or at a station, contact HART directly. They hold items and process claims by phone. Wait until 2:30 p.m. the following day to call after a bus trip, as cleaning crews process items during morning hours.
Tampa International Airport
Lost something at TPA? Their lost and found office processes claims and holds items. You can submit a claim online at any time, and staff will search during business hours. ReportLost can help you generate the complete claim details.
Lost pets
If your pet is missing, contact Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center or Humane Society of Tampa Bay immediately. Both maintain databases of lost and found animals and can reunite you with your companion. Community groups on Facebook and Reddit also share lost pet alerts across the region. For the fastest response and ongoing search, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
Pet Resource Center: (813) 301-7387|Humane Society of Tampa Bay: (813) 876-7138
Westchase Community & City of Tampa
For items lost in public spaces, parks, or community facilities in Westchase, the City of Tampa and Westchase Community Development District may hold claims. City Hall can point you to the right department. We help you know who to contact based on where your loss happened.
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Report now, search while you focus on your day
The sooner you file, the sooner your item enters the network and starts being matched against found items. Once your report is live, our team keeps searching across all channels for you, every day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Westchase means juggling multiple authorities: Tampa Police, Hillsborough County Sheriff, HART transit, Tampa International Airport if you traveled, animal services if it's a pet, and scattered social media groups and community boards. Each has a different process, phone line, and timeline. Without a coordinated effort, items can slip through the cracks while you spend hours retracing your steps and making repeated calls.
ReportLost simplifies this by filing your loss across all the right channels at once and keeping your report active in the background for months. Once you submit your details, the network takes over, and your report automatically searches for matches in new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings. You can move forward with your day knowing that your lost item is being actively looked for, while you focus on what matters most.
Common places where people lose items in Westchase
Knowing where you lost something helps us route your report to the right authorities and community channels.
Downtown Tampa / Bay Street corridor
Shops, restaurants, and transit hubs along the main corridor draw residents from Westchase. Items are often left on HART buses or in retail locations.
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Common loss location for travelers. Airport lost and found holds items and processes claims during business hours.
Westchase Town Center & retail areas
Shopping districts and public parking lots in and around Westchase where wallets, keys, and personal items are frequently left behind.
HART bus routes
Items left on transit buses are sorted by cleaning crews each night. Calling within 24 hours increases the chance of recovery.
Parks and public spaces
Recreation areas throughout Hillsborough County where items may be turned in to city or county facilities.
Community channels actively sharing lost items
Westchase residents share loss updates in local Facebook groups and on Reddit. ReportLost posts your report across these channels so you don't have to.
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the county
Community page reuniting families with missing animals
Tampa subreddit where locals post lost and found items and advice
Neighborhood posts and alerts for lost items in your area
Hyper-local Westchase and Tampa groups sharing found items
Questions about lost items and recovery in Westchase
How long does HART hold lost items on buses?
HART holds unclaimed items for a set period during which you can claim them by phone and appointment. Call (813) 384-6301 as soon as possible after your trip. Wait until 2:30 p.m. the next day to allow morning cleaning crews to process items.
Can I file a lost item report with Tampa Police online?
Yes. Tampa Police offers online incident reporting for non-emergency losses at https://www.tampa.gov/police/online-reporting. You can also call (813) 231-6130 or contact the Lost & Found squad at (813) 276-3250.
What should I do if I lost something at Tampa International Airport?
Contact Tampa International Airport's lost and found office at https://www.tampaairport.com/business/airport-police/lost-and-found. You can submit a claim online anytime. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed weekends and holidays.
My pet is missing in Westchase. Who do I contact first?
Contact Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center at (813) 301-7387 or Humane Society of Tampa Bay at (813) 876-7138 immediately. Also post in the Lost and Found Pets of Hillsborough County Facebook groups. For coordinated, ongoing search, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for your chosen search period, 12 months. During that time, your report automatically matches against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings. You receive an alert if a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with Tampa Police or official city services?
ReportLost is an independent service that routes your report to official police departments, transit authorities, animal services, and community channels. We are not part of any government agency, but we work alongside them. You can still file reports directly with the agencies listed above if you prefer.
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Ready to find your lost item?
Submit your details now and let ReportLost coordinate the search across Tampa Police, Hillsborough County Sheriff, HART, Tampa International Airport, animal services, and community channels. Your report will keep searching for a match for months while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Tampa Police Department, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, HART, Tampa International Airport, City of Tampa, or any other government or transit agency mentioned. We route your information to these agencies and public channels as a convenience to help you organize your report, but you are responsible for following up directly with any agency. All information and links are current as of the publication date and are subject to change.