Lost something in Makaha? Here is who to contact.
One report sent to Honolulu Police District 8, The Bus Lost & Found, Daniel K. Inouye Airport, and active local community channels. Your report stays active for up to 12 months, automatically matching against new found items posted across the islands.
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
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 October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details that matter for the right authorities and community groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to Honolulu Police District 8 (which covers Makaha), The Bus Lost & Found if applicable, local animal shelters if it's a pet, and community networks across Oʻahu.
Your report keeps searching for a match
While you go about your day, your signalement continues working. We cross-check new found item posts, community alerts, and shelter updates against your description for the full duration of your search period, and alert you instantly if we find a credible match.
Where items end up in Makaha
Know your options, or let us handle the routing
Honolulu Police District 8 (Kapolei/Waianae)
Makaha is part of Honolulu County, served by District 8. If your lost item was found and turned in, it may be at their property unit. We tell you exactly which precinct covers your loss location and ensure your report is filed with them.
The Bus Lost & Found
Left your wallet or phone on a Waianae-bound route or city bus? The Bus operates throughout Makaha and maintains a centralized lost and found at Kalihi Transit Center. We'll tell you exactly what info to provide when you call.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
If you lost something at HNL before coming to Makaha, or left an item there after leaving the island, the airport's Lost & Found operates daily. We generate the exact details you'll need to provide when you call.
Local businesses & public areas
Makaha Surfside, beach pavilions, restaurants, and shops along Farrington Highway all have their own lost and found counters. We point you to the right desk based on where you last had your item.
Lost pet? We prioritize it.
If your dog, cat, or other pet has gone missing in Makaha, time is critical. Hawaiian Humane Society's HomeSafe team operates 24/7 and serves Oʻahu. We immediately connect you with animal control and community pet networks. File a priority lost pet report
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The sooner you report, the better.
Every hour counts when something goes missing. Once your report is filed and routed, the heavy lifting is done. Our team takes it from there, and your report continues searching for months.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Makaha means checking multiple places: the Waianae police station, The Bus transit center, Hawaiian Humane Society, the airport if you traveled through there, and dozens of Facebook groups and community posts. By the time you've made five phone calls and scrolled through social media, crucial hours have passed, and the trail grows cold.
ReportLost consolidates everything into one report. We know exactly which precinct covers Makaha, which shelters serve the Waianae coast, and where your item is most likely to turn up. Once you file, you can breathe easy, because your report stays active for months, automatically searching for matches without you having to check back every day.
Where people lose things in Makaha
Common loss hotspots on Oʻahu's west coast
Makaha Beach & Surfside
The iconic surf break and beach park are busy year-round. Wallets, phones, and jewelry slip away in the sand or disappear at the pavilion—some turn up in The Bus lost and found.
Farrington Highway corridor
This main artery through Waianae and Makaha connects shops, restaurants, and transit stops. Items lost on buses running this route often end up at Kalihi Transit Center.
Makaha Cabanas & residential areas
Apartment complexes and parking lots around the Waianae coast are common places to mislay keys, wallets, and personal items during day-to-day routines.
Shopping & dining stops
Small businesses throughout Makaha hold onto lost phones, purses, and keys at their registers. Our routing ensures your report reaches them quickly.
Makaha community channels
Where locals post found items and ask for help
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost pets across Oʻahu, including Waianae and Makaha
Active community group posting found items and lost alerts throughout the islands
Reddit community where Makaha residents post lost and found notices
Largest community pet reunification network on Oʻahu, linked to Hawaiian Humane Society
Questions about losing things in Makaha
How long does Honolulu Police keep lost items?
The Waianae Police Station (District 8) typically holds found property for a set period before it may be disposed of or sent to auction. This varies by item type. We recommend reporting to them as soon as possible, and ReportLost keeps your report active to check for matches throughout your search period.
What if I lost something on The Bus?
Call The Bus Lost & Found at (808) 848-5555, press 5. They're open during standard business hours at Kalihi Transit Center. Have your route number and the time you traveled ready. We'll provide you with the exact info to include in your call.
Can Hawaiian Humane Society help if my pet is lost in Makaha?
Yes. Hawaiian Humane Society's HomeSafe team is available 24/7 at 1-877-239-6072 and serves all of Oʻahu. They can list your pet and alert local animal control. ReportLost prioritizes lost pets and routes your report to them and other shelter networks immediately.
I lost my ring at Makaha Beach. Where do I start?
Contact Makaha Surfside or the beach pavilion lost and found first, since beach items are often turned in there. Then call Honolulu Police District 8 to file an official report. ReportLost does both of these steps for you and keeps your report active for 12 months.
How do I know if my item has been found?
With ReportLost, you don't have to check repeatedly. We monitor community posts, shelter updates, and police reports throughout your search period and alert you the moment a credible match appears. Without our service, you'd need to call back each location weekly and scroll through social media daily.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with any police department. We don't replace filing with police or contacting lost and found offices—we do it for you and keep your report active far longer than most people would on their own. We make sure the right authorities have your information and that it stays in circulation while you move forward.
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The first step is the hardest. Once your report is filed and routed to the right places, your search is in motion. You can rest knowing that your item is being searched for, automatically and continuously, for the next 12 months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Honolulu Police Department, Honolulu County, The Bus, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Hawaiian Humane Society, or any government or private agency mentioned. We route reports to these entities on your behalf, but we do not operate their lost and found departments or guarantee any specific outcome. Always contact local authorities directly for emergency situations or time-sensitive matters.