Lost and Found in Auburn, Illinois
Contact the Auburn Police Department, check with local services, or create a public report. ReportLost offers optional paid search services to complement your own efforts.
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
Illinois : the holding period depends on value: six months for items under $100, one year above. (765 ILCS 1020)
No report has been filed in Auburn yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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.
What to do if you've lost something
Report to local services
Contact the Auburn Police Department at (217) 753-6666 (non-emergency) or visit 324 W Jefferson St. For found items, call the same number. The police maintain a lost property log and can advise on next steps.
Publish a free public listing
Create a free report on ReportLost.org. Your listing will be publicly searchable and visible to anyone looking at Auburn reports, with no ongoing search effort from our team.
Explore paid search options
Choose between Automatic Search (6 months of web monitoring, $12) or Team-Assisted Search (12 months, manual outreach to local services and groups, $25). Both include a QR certificate and dedicated email address.
Where to report and search
Local contacts and how each service can help
Auburn Police Department
The main point of contact for lost and found items. Call non-emergency to report and ask if your item has been turned in. For found items, bring them to the station or call to arrange drop-off.
Non-emergency: (217) 753-6666|Visit auburnillinois.us/contact-us
City of Auburn
The City Office can provide information about local procedures and may assist with referrals. General city inquiries can be directed here.
Lost Pets
If you've lost or found a pet, check local Facebook groups and contact animal control services in the area. Auburn has active lost pet communities on Facebook.
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Publish your first report
A free public listing on ReportLost is visible to anyone searching Auburn reports. It takes less than a minute and costs nothing.
Create a report →In Auburn, lost items are typically logged by the Auburn Police Department. Start by calling non-emergency at (217) 753-6666 to report what you've lost and check if anything matching your description has been turned in.
ReportLost provides a free public listing and optional paid search services to extend your reach beyond direct police contact. Neither replaces reporting to local authorities.
Common areas in Auburn
Where lost items are often recovered
Downtown / Main Street
Shops and central services where items are found and turned in
Residential areas
Where lost personal items may be spotted or reported by neighbors
Community networks
Local groups where people share lost and found posts
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
Facebook community for sharing lost pet reports and sightings
Common questions
How long does the Auburn Police Department keep lost items?
Check with the Auburn Police Department at (217) 753-6666 for their specific retention policy. Items are typically held for a set period before disposition, so contact them promptly if you've lost something valuable.
What if I lost my wallet or ID?
Contact the police non-emergency line and report the lost documents. If your ID or payment cards were lost, also notify your bank or the issuing agency. Ask the police if any matching items have been turned in.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for contacting police?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that complements direct reporting to the Auburn Police Department. Always report to local authorities first. Our paid search options provide additional reach and monitoring, but do not replace official channels.
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Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Auburn Police Department, City of Auburn, or any other local government agency. Always report losses directly to the Auburn Police Department and follow their procedures.