Lost something in Temple? Report it and we'll search for it.
One simple report and we connect with the Temple Police Department, Carroll County Animal Control, and local community channels. Your report stays active for months, so you don't have to keep searching.
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)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on September 2, 2026.
How it works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right places in Temple.
We route it to the right channels
Your report goes to Temple Police, Carroll County Animal Control (if it's a pet), and the community groups that see items every day. We handle the routing so you don't have to call around.
Your report keeps searching
For the length of your search period, your report automatically looks for matches across lost and found posts, community alerts, and shelter updates. We notify you if something matches, so your item stays on the radar.
Where to report in Temple
All the local resources, and what each one handles
Temple Police Department
The police maintain a lost and found for items turned in around town. They're a key resource for wallets, keys, phones, and other personal property. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. When you report with us, we alert them to your loss so their staff know what to watch for.
Carroll County Animal Control & Humane Society
If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing, the shelter is the first place to call and the place to check regularly. They also connect with community pet networks across the county. Shelter hours run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. With ReportLost, we ensure your pet report reaches them and stays active across local pet groups. File a priority lost pet report
City of Temple Hall
Temple's city office manages general city services and can point you to the right departments or provide information about local lost and found procedures. They're open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can answer questions about where items are typically held.
Local community groups
Temple residents use Facebook groups and community forums to share alerts about lost and found items. These spaces fill up fast with people who've either found something or are searching themselves. When we submit your report, we connect with these groups so locals are aware.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we get the word out
Every moment counts when something goes missing. Filing a report today means your item gets into circulation with Temple Police, local shelters, and community members who check for lost and found posts regularly. Once you've submitted your details, we take it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Temple, whether it's at a local shop, a community event, or on the streets, can feel like it vanishes into thin air. The police have a lost and found, local groups post about discoveries, Carroll County Animal Control holds found pets, but you end up calling each place separately, hoping someone's seen your wallet, phone, or beloved dog.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One report alerts all the right places at once and keeps your item in active search mode for months. You describe what happened once, and we make sure the people who find things every day know to look for your item. Once you've submitted your details, you can step back and trust that your report is still working for you while you move forward.
Common places items go missing in Temple
Knowing where to search and notify helps us get the word out faster
Downtown and Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and pedestrian traffic along Temple's main commercial corridor mean wallets, phones, and bags are often turned in to nearby businesses or the police.
Carroll County parks and recreation areas
Outdoor spaces where families spend time are common loss spots for rings, glasses, and pets. Parks are checked by residents and animal control regularly.
Local shops and restaurants
Items left at checkout counters or tables often stay with business owners, who may hold them temporarily or turn them in to police.
Residential neighborhoods
Pets sometimes wander or escape in local neighborhoods. Community groups and neighbors watch out for strays and post sightings online.
Carrollton Street area
A central thoroughfare where both foot and vehicle traffic can lead to lost items; police station and city hall are both located here.
How Temple residents help each other
These groups fill up with lost and found posts daily
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets across Carroll, Haralson, Douglas, Paulding and surrounding counties
Facebook group focused on lost and found animals in Temple, GA and surrounding areas
Community Facebook group where Temple residents share local news, alerts, and lost and found posts
Reddit community where lost items and pets in Georgia, including Temple, often get posted and shared
Questions about losing something in Temple
How long will police hold my lost item?
Temple Police will hold items turned in for a reasonable period, but it varies by the type of item. Call (770) 562-3151 to ask about your specific item and how long it will be kept. This is why filing a report with us ensures your item stays on the radar even if police need to clear space.
What if my pet goes missing in Temple?
Contact Carroll County Animal Control right away at (770) 214-3590. Check their facility during hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.). Also post in the Carroll County Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and Community Critters group. With ReportLost, we coordinate your pet report across all these channels and keep it active for months.
Should I call the police non-emergency line if I lose something?
For lost items, you can contact Temple Police at (770) 562-3151 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.). For emergencies, always call 911. Our service handles the legwork of reporting to the right departments and keeping your report active when you can't check in daily.
Are there Facebook groups where I can post that I've lost something?
Yes. The Temple Citizen group, Carroll County Lost and Found Pets (if it's a pet), and Community Critters are active spaces. However, you'd need to post yourself, manage comments, and keep checking back. ReportLost posts on your behalf and keeps your report searchable and active for the full search period.
How far from Temple should I search for a lost pet?
Pets can wander several miles, so check with Animal Control and post in groups covering Carroll County and nearby areas like Haralson, Douglas, and Paulding. The Carroll County Lost and Found Pets Facebook group covers this wider region.
Is ReportLost.org official or part of the Temple Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official lost and found systems. We're not affiliated with Temple Police, City Hall, or Animal Control, but we coordinate with all of them on your behalf. When you use ReportLost, we file your report with the right official channels, alert community groups, and keep your item in active search mode. You still have direct access to police and shelters, but we handle the coordination and the follow-up for you.
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Ready to get your item back into circulation?
The longer a lost item sits, the harder it becomes to track down. Report now, and we'll make sure Temple Police, local shelters, and community members know what you're looking for. Your report will stay active and searching while you go about your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found coordination service and is not affiliated with the Temple Police Department, City of Temple, Carroll County Animal Control, or any other government agency or business listed. We work alongside these official resources to help distribute your lost item information and maintain active search records. For official police reports or animal control matters, please contact the respective agencies directly.