Lost something in Clarkston? Here is where to report it.
One report connects you to the Clarkston Police Department, DeKalb County Animal Services, local transit services, and your community. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items with your description so you don't have to search 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 for Clarkston
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where it happened, and when. Upload photos if you have them. Our form takes just a few minutes and gathers all the details that matter for Clarkston's police, animal services, and public channels.
We route it to the right places
We notify the Clarkston Police Department, DeKalb County Animal Services (if it's a pet), Xpress transit services, and post your report across active local networks. No more juggling phone numbers or wondering which office handles what.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report automatically compares new posts, shelter intakes, transit lost items, and community listings with your description. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears. You can focus on your day while we keep looking.
Where Things Get Lost (and Found) in Clarkston
Understand the recovery paths and who to contact for each type of loss.
Clarkston Police Department
The police take lost and found reports for items lost on the street, in shops, at parks, or anywhere in Clarkston. If you lost a wallet, keys, or jewelry, filing a police report is standard and creates an official record. We tell you exactly which station to contact and what details to include in your report.
Lost or Found Pet
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing, DeKalb County Animal Services is where strays are brought. They hold animals for a set period before reassigning them. Reporting to the shelter immediately increases your chances of reunion. We coordinate with local animal services and community pet networks to amplify your lost pet alert. file a priority lost pet report
Xpress Bus (Public Transit)
Left something on a bus? Xpress runs transit across the Clarkston area and maintains a central lost and found. Items are typically held for a period, so contacting them quickly improves recovery odds. We generate the exact information needed to file a transit lost item claim.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport
If you lost an item at ATL or on a flight, the airport's dedicated Lost and Found office retrieves thousands of items each year. They can be reached by email or phone. We guide you through the airline-specific and airport-wide recovery process.
City of Clarkston
City Hall and municipal offices can direct you to the right department for items lost at city facilities, parks, or community centers. They also maintain connections to police and local services. We point you to the right desk so you're not passed around on the phone.
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Ready to report?
The sooner you file, the sooner every channel in Clarkston starts looking. Once your report is active, it searches continuously for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Clarkston can feel scattering. Whether it's a wallet left at a restaurant downtown, a ring that slipped off at the park, or a phone that fell out of your bag on the Xpress bus, there's no single place that searches everywhere at once. The police take reports, DeKalb County Animal Services handles lost pets, transit has its own lost and found, and local Facebook and Nextdoor posts fade fast. You end up calling around, retracing steps, and checking the same websites over and over, hoping someone has turned in your item.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. You file one report with us, and we route it to every channel that matters in Clarkston: the police department, animal shelters, transit services, and the community networks where locals post found items. Then your report stays active and keeps searching for you, matching new posts and submissions against your description automatically for months. Once your report is filed, you can breathe. The work moves to us and to the local systems that are designed to reunite you with what you've lost.
Common Places to Lose Things in Clarkston
These neighborhoods and zones are where locals report the most losses. Tell us where you lost your item, and we'll route your report to the right authority.
Downtown Clarkston (Park North Boulevard area)
Shops, restaurants, and the city center see steady foot traffic. Wallets and phones slip out here regularly. Police reports are filed for items lost on the street or in nearby businesses.
Clarkston Parks & Recreation Facilities
Local parks are common spots to lose rings, keys, and eyeglasses during outdoor activities. Contact the Parks department if the item was left at a facility; police take reports for street and park losses.
Stone Mountain Avenue / Main Retail Corridor
Shopping districts and transit stops along this route see frequent losses. Both police and Xpress handle reports, depending on whether the item was left in a store, on the street, or on a bus.
Residential & Apartment Communities
Items lost near home or at community centers. Start with a police report if found on the street or common property, then notify your building management or homeowners association.
Transit Stops & Bus Routes
Xpress bus riders are the main source of transit losses. Report immediately to Xpress's lost and found line to increase the chance of recovery before items are discarded or moved.
Community Networks
Locals post found items and lost pet alerts here. Your ReportLost report reaches these channels, and we monitor them for matches.
Active community group where residents report and claim lost items across the Clarkston and surrounding area
Neighborhood-level alerts spread quickly here; many found items and lost pets are posted by neighbors
Regional community group covering Clarkston and nearby areas with lost and found activity
Broader Georgia subreddit where regional lost items and pets occasionally get visibility and leads
Dedicated platform for lost and found pets with alerts and community sharing features
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does DeKalb County Animal Services hold a lost pet?
Stray animals are typically held for a set period before being made available for adoption or other placement. If you've lost a pet, contact DeKalb County Animal Services immediately at (404) 294-2949 and visit in person with a photo and any ID tags or microchip information. The sooner you report, the sooner they can flag your pet in their system.
How long does Xpress keep lost items in their lost and found?
Transit systems typically hold items for a limited time before disposal. Call Xpress's customer service line at (844) 977-7742 or (404) 848-5000 as soon as possible with details of your item and the bus route or stop. The faster you report, the better your chances of recovery.
How long does the Clarkston Police Department keep lost and found items?
Police departments typically hold items for a set period, often 30 to 90 days, depending on the item and local policy. Once you file a report with the Clarkston Police Department (404-296-6489), they will note your contact information, and any items matching your description will be held for you. Ask for their specific retention policy when you report.
Do I have to pay to recover my lost item?
Recovery from police lost and found is typically free. If your lost pet is at the shelter, DeKalb County Animal Services may waive reclaim fees if you report the loss early and provide proof of ownership. Xpress and airport lost and founds may hold items at no cost, but some facilities or airlines may charge administrative fees. Ask each organization about their specific policies.
Can I report my loss to ReportLost instead of calling the police or shelter myself?
ReportLost is not a replacement for official channels, but we connect you to them and manage the search on your behalf. When you file a report with us, we notify the Clarkston Police Department, DeKalb County Animal Services, and other relevant local services with your information. We then keep your report active and monitor community networks and local listings for matches automatically, so you don't have to call back and check every day. Think of us as your dedicated coordinator who ensures all the right people know about your loss and keeps searching continuously.
Is ReportLost official?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We are not the police, animal services, or any city department. Our role is to gather your information once, route it to the appropriate official agencies and community networks, and then keep your report active and searching for you automatically for 12 months. We handle the legwork of coordinating all the places where your item might turn up, so you don't have to do it yourself.
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Your search starts now.
Every moment counts when something is lost. File your report today, and we'll immediately connect you to Clarkston's police, animal services, transit, and community networks. Then your report keeps working for you, automatically searching for a match for the duration of your plan. You've done your part. Let us do ours.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Clarkston Police Department, DeKalb County Animal Services, Xpress, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the City of Clarkston, or any other official agency or private business mentioned on this page. We are a coordination and monitoring service designed to help you report losses and stay connected to recovery channels. All links and contact information are provided for your reference and are current as of the last update; please verify directly with the organization before relying on specific hours, policies, or procedures.