Lost something in Alpharetta? Here is who to contact.
One report routes your loss to the Alpharetta Police Department, City Hall, local transit channels, and the airport if needed. Plus, we monitor Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and the web continuously so you don't have to check back 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
Georgia : there is no statewide clock. Retention is decided by local policy, and Atlanta's airport runs its own separate circuit. (OCGA §16-8-6)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You describe your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details once, then route them automatically to every relevant office in Alpharetta.
We contact the right places
Your report goes directly to Alpharetta Police, City Hall, MARTA (if it was transit), Hartsfield-Jackson if you left it at the airport, and animal control if it's a pet. You don't have to make multiple calls.
Automated monitoring finds matches
We scan Facebook lost & found groups, Nextdoor, Craigslist, eBay, local community pages, and public web results for 12 months. When someone posts a found item that matches yours, you get an alert. No more daily scrolling.
Where to Report a Loss in Alpharetta
Each place below accepts lost items or helps trace them. ReportLost contacts them for you; here's how to reach them directly if you prefer.
Alpharetta Police Department
The police hold lost property and can tell you if someone's turned in your item. Call their records unit to check or file a report. We generate the necessary details and tell you exactly which desk handles your type of loss.
Alpharetta City Hall
City Hall can direct you to the right department or facility where you lost your item, especially if it's at a city building or public space. We handle the initial routing so you know exactly where to follow up.
MARTA Transit
If you left your item on a MARTA bus or at a station in or near Alpharetta, MARTA's lost and found keeps items for a limited time. Contact them with the route and time, or fill out their online form. We make sure this channel gets your report.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Lost something at ATL? The airport's lost and found office holds items for 90 days. Email or call with your flight details and a description. We route your information to them if your loss occurred at the terminal.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Alpharetta, contact Fulton Animal Services right away and post to Facebook groups like 'Lost and Found Pets of Alpharetta, John's Creek, Cumming.' We can help coordinate across shelters and community networks. File a priority lost pet report with us for faster community alerts.
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Don't wait to report.
The sooner you file, the sooner our automated search picks up a trail. Every day counts, and the earlier we know what to look for, the better your chances of a match.
Report my lost item →Alpharetta is a growing city where things go missing every day, whether it's on I-400, at a shopping center, on the MARTA bus, or near one of the parks. Right now, if you lose something, you'd have to call the police non-emergency line, check with City Hall, contact MARTA separately, post to Facebook groups yourself, and monitor all of it for weeks. That's exhausting and things slip through the cracks.
ReportLost simplifies all of that. One form, one submission, and we take it from there. We notify the Alpharetta Police Department's records unit, route your information to the places where your item is most likely to turn up, and then our system watches the web and local communities around the clock for matches. You can relax knowing a continuous search is running in your favor.
Common Places Where Things Go Missing in Alpharetta
These neighborhoods and zones are where most loss reports come from. Let us know your loss location so we route it to the right precinct and local networks.
Downtown Alpharetta & Park Plaza
City center, retail, dining, and civic offices. High foot traffic means phones, wallets, and bags often left behind at cafes, shops, and government buildings.
Northpoint & Commercial Corridors
Shopping centers and business parks along major routes. Items lost in parking lots, stores, and office buildings get handed to management and sometimes police.
Sycamore Creek & Milton Parkway
Residential and transit zones. People lose items on MARTA routes and nearby public spaces; we check both police and transit records.
Johns Creek & North Alpharetta
Suburban neighborhoods with community centers and parks. Lost pets and personal items often reported in local Facebook groups and to county animal control.
I-400 Corridor & Interstate Access
Items dropped during commutes or roadside stops. We coordinate with traffic-related reports and gas stations along major routes.
Community Networks We Monitor
These are where Alpharetta residents share found items. We search them automatically so you don't have to.
Lost and Found Pets of Alpharetta, John's Creek, Cumming; local buy/sell/trade communities
Alpharetta neighborhood posts about found items
Reddit community for city-specific lost & found alerts
Local postings for Alpharetta area
Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Letgo, and similar platforms
Questions About Lost Items in Alpharetta
How long does Alpharetta Police hold lost property?
Police typically hold unclaimed items for 30 to 90 days depending on the type. We recommend reporting to them within the first few days so it gets logged; if you wait too long, the item may be donated or discarded. Our automated monitoring helps catch matches before that window closes.
Does MARTA keep lost items for long?
MARTA's lost and found retains items for a limited period, usually around 30 days. Contact them at lostandfound@itsmarta.com or 404-848-3208 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) as soon as you realize you've lost something on a bus or at a station.
How do I know which police precinct covers my loss location?
Alpharetta is served by the Alpharetta Police Department, which covers the city limits. If your loss is just outside city limits, it may fall to Fulton County or a neighboring jurisdiction. We determine the correct jurisdiction based on your loss location and route your report accordingly.
What if I lost my pet? How quickly should I report?
Report a lost pet immediately. Contact Fulton Animal Services, post to local Facebook groups like 'Lost and Found Pets of Alpharetta, John's Creek, Cumming,' and file a report with us so we can send alerts to the entire community. Pets found on the street are often brought to shelters or animal control within hours.
How long does ReportLost monitor for my item?
We monitor the web, social media, community boards, and local marketplaces for 12 months. Our automated search runs continuously, looking for posts or listings that match your item's description, location, and date. You'll receive an alert if a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We do not replace the police or other agencies. We submit your report to the right places, handle the routing, and provide continuous automated monitoring so you don't have to manually search every day. You always have the option to contact authorities directly, and we encourage it for time-sensitive items.
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Ready to find your lost item?
Fill out a quick report and we'll take it from here. Your information goes to the Alpharetta Police, City Hall, MARTA, and any other relevant local service in one submission. Then, our system searches for matches continuously until we find it or your timeline runs out.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Alpharetta Police Department, City of Alpharetta, MARTA, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Fulton Animal Services, or any other government or private agency listed on this page. We provide notification and monitoring as a convenience; contacting these agencies directly remains your responsibility. All information on this page is current as of the last update but subject to change. Verify contact details and hours directly with each entity before visiting or calling.