Lost something in Chamblee? Here is where to report it.
One report goes straight to the Chamblee Police Department, DeKalb Animal Services, local transit services, and your neighborhood. Your report stays active, continuing to match your item against new found posts and listings.
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
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Chamblee
You file a single report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details and handle the routing for you, so you don't have to call multiple offices or fill out forms at each one.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Chamblee Police Department, relevant lost and found offices (transit, animal services if applicable), and active local community groups. We generate the exact information each service needs.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report remains active and continues to cross-check against newly posted found items, neighborhood alerts, and online listings. You'll get notified if a credible match surfaces, so you don't have to chase leads yourself every single day.
Where lost items go in Chamblee
These are the main places to recover what you've lost. ReportLost connects you to all of them.
Chamblee Police Department
The Chamblee Police Department handles lost and found reports and keeps items for a set period. We identify which precinct covers your loss location and prepare the report details you'll need. Call or visit in person to retrieve or file a report.
Call 770-986-5005|Visit in person at 4445 Buford Hwy, Chamblee, GA 30341
City of Chamblee Administration
City Hall can direct you to the right department for items lost on public property or in city facilities. ReportLost makes sure your item information reaches the right desk.
Call 770-986-5010|City Hall at 3518 Broad Street, Chamblee, GA 30341
Transit Lost and Found
Items left on buses or at transit stations can be claimed through MARTA or Xpress. We point you to the exact service that handles your route and help you frame your inquiry so you get a faster response.
MARTA: call 404-848-3208 or email lostandfound@itsmarta.com|Xpress: call 844-977-7742
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
If your item was lost at or near ATL, the airport's Lost and Found office (located in the Domestic Terminal Atrium, 3rd floor) can help. We help you prepare the details they need, including your flight info and claim number if you have it.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost or found a pet in Chamblee or DeKalb County, DeKalb County Animal Services is where stray animals are brought. Check in person with ID and vet records, and search their intake database. We help you get your pet information into the right channels fast. File a priority lost pet report.
DeKalb Animal Services: 404-294-2996|3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee, GA 30341|Email lostandfound@dekalbanimalservices.com
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Don't wait to file your report
The sooner you report, the sooner the right people start looking. Once you file with ReportLost, your item is in the system and your report stays active, matching against new leads automatically.
Report my lost item →Chamblee sits at a busy crossroads on Buford Highway, with plenty of foot traffic through shopping areas, transit stops, and neighborhoods. When you lose something here, it could end up anywhere, and reporting it means tracking down the right precinct, the city offices, DeKalb Animal Services if it's a pet, and local social networks all separately. That's a lot of phone calls and emails when you're already stressed.
ReportLost takes that burden off your shoulders. File one clear report with us, and we immediately notify the Chamblee Police Department, forward your details to the services that matter (transit, animal control, local community groups), and keep your report actively searching for a match over the coming months. You won't have to remember to check back or re-post constantly, because your report does the looking for you.
Common places where items go missing in Chamblee
Lost your item in one of these spots? Your report goes to the services that cover each area.
Buford Highway Corridor
Shopping centers, retail stores, and offices along this busy thoroughfare see frequent foot traffic and lost items; report to Chamblee Police and the specific business.
Downtown Chamblee / Broad Street
City Hall and administrative buildings, plus local shops and services; items are often turned in to the city or nearby merchants.
Chamblee Dunwoody Road Area
Residential neighborhoods and transit stops; pets and personal items found here often reach DeKalb Animal Services or local residents who post to community boards.
Transit Stations and Bus Stops
MARTA and Xpress buses serve Chamblee regularly; items left on buses are held at transit lost and found offices, searchable by bus number and date.
Community channels actively searching
Your report gets shared to these groups so neighbors and local eyes are on the lookout.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets across the area, posts from residents and shelter updates.
Reddit community where locals post about lost items and pets; good place to cross-post or check for found items.
Neighborhood-specific alerts that reach your immediate community in Chamblee and surrounding areas.
Chamblee neighborhood and community groups where residents share found items and pet sightings.
Questions about lost items in Chamblee
How long does the Chamblee Police Department hold lost items?
The Chamblee Police Department typically holds items for a set period before releasing them to donation or disposal. Contact them at 770-986-5005 to confirm the hold period for your specific item and claim it before the deadline.
What if I lost my pet in Chamblee?
Visit DeKalb County Animal Services in person at 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Road with photo ID and any vet records. Stray animals are brought there daily. You can also call 404-294-2996 or email lostandfound@dekalbanimalservices.com, and text 'LOST' to 1-833-285-7387 (ATLPETS) to opt into lost pet alerts.
How do I retrieve an item left on a MARTA or Xpress bus?
Contact MARTA's lost and found at 404-848-3208 (lostandfound@itsmarta.com) or Xpress at 844-977-7742, Monday through Friday during business hours. Have your bus route, date, and item description ready. Items are held for a limited time, so contact them promptly.
What do I do if I lost something at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport?
Email the airport's Lost and Found office at lost@aatc.org with your Lost Item Report number, flight details, and a description. The office is located in the Domestic Terminal Atrium on the 3rd floor. Include your report ID in the subject line for faster processing.
How long will my ReportLost report stay active?
Your report remains active for either 12 months depending on the option you choose. During that time, it keeps cross-checking new found posts, community listings, and local alerts automatically. You don't have to repost or check manually, because we notify you if a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service separate from the Chamblee Police Department, City of Chamblee, DeKalb County, and other government agencies. We are not affiliated with any government office, but we work to connect your report to the official lost and found channels they operate. Filing with ReportLost does not replace filing a police report; it complements it by routing your information to the right local services and keeping your report active while you search.
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Ready to report your lost item?
Filing takes just a few minutes. Once you submit, ReportLost notifies the Chamblee Police Department, relevant city services, transit authorities, animal control if applicable, and local community groups. Your report then stays active, continuously searching for a match across found posts and alerts, so you can focus on the rest of your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Chamblee Police Department, City of Chamblee, DeKalb County Animal Services, MARTA, Xpress, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, or any government or private entity listed on this page. We operate separately from these organizations and do not replace their official services. Filing a report with ReportLost does not constitute a police report; if you need to file an official police report, contact the Chamblee Police Department directly. All links and contact information are provided for your convenience and are current to the best of our knowledge.