Lost something in Bartlett? Here are the offices that take your report.
File a single report and we route it to the Bartlett Police Department, Village Hall, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found items 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
Illinois : the holding period depends on value: six months for items under $100, one year above. (765 ILCS 1020)
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 the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We ask the details that matter to the right people in Bartlett.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Bartlett Police Department, relevant local agencies, and community channels. We handle the notifications so you don't have to call each one.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your description stays active and matches against new found item posts. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so your item can find its way back to you.
Where lost items go in Bartlett
Learn what each channel handles and how ReportLost connects you to all of them.
Bartlett Police Department
The Police Department accepts lost and found reports and logs items turned in by the community. We ensure your report reaches the right desk and includes the details officers need to recognize your item if it comes through.
Village of Bartlett
Village Hall coordinates with Police and other departments when items are found in public spaces. We alert the right office so your loss is logged at the source.
Pace Bus & Local Transit
If you left something on a Pace bus or at a local transit stop, items are logged and held at the Customer Service center. We point you to the right transit lost and found and make sure transit is aware of your report.
O'Hare International Airport
Traveling through O'Hare? Items left in terminals or on airport transit are handled by separate departments (terminals, restaurants, trams). We help you file the report with the right O'Hare section.
Lost & Found Pets
If you've lost a pet in or near Bartlett, animal control and local shelters are your first call. We help you report to the right agencies and community networks. File a priority lost pet report to activate urgent alerts across animal networks.
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Ready to file your report?
The sooner you report, the faster the search reaches all the right places. Once your report is in, you can focus on other things while we keep it active and checking for matches.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Bartlett feels scattered. You might reach out to the Police Department, check with Village Hall, ask local transit, post on Facebook groups, and still wonder if the right person found your item. Each channel works separately, and by the time you've called everywhere, you're exhausted and unsure if anyone's really looking.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One report fills in the details the police and local agencies need, notifies the right departments automatically, and posts to community channels where neighbors scan for lost items. Best of all, your report doesn't stop looking after a day or a week, it stays active and keeps matching your description against new found posts for months, so you can rest knowing the search continues without you.
Common places where items go missing in Bartlett
If you remember where you lost your item, let us know. We'll route your report to the right location.
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and Village services along Main Street account for many reports. Police and local businesses often hold items here.
Bartlett Station & Transit Stops
Items left on Pace buses or at transit stations are held at the Pace Customer Service Center. We notify them of your report.
Schools & Community Facilities
Items lost at local schools, parks, or municipal facilities often end up with administration. Your report reaches the right office.
Shopping Centers & Retail
Common areas like retail plazas and small shopping districts have management lost and founds. We help you connect with the right store or center.
Residential & Streets
Items found on residential streets or handed to neighbors sometimes reach Police. We check all the places a good Samaritan might have turned it in.
Local community channels
Neighbors and local groups in Bartlett actively share found items. We post to these channels and monitor them for matches.
Active Facebook group for pets lost and found across Illinois, including Bartlett area reports
Community group helping reunite lost and found pets in DuPage County
Neighborhood alerts and found item posts from residents near you
Bartlett neighborhood groups where residents post found items and lost notices
Questions about lost items in Bartlett
How long does the Police Department hold found items?
The Bartlett Police Department typically holds items for a period set by municipal policy. We recommend contacting them at (630) 837-0846 to check on a specific item or confirm holding periods.
How long does Pace Bus hold items left on buses?
Pace holds lost items at their Customer Service Center for a limited time before disposal. Call Pace at (847) 364-7223 to ask about a specific item, or visit their Lost & Found page to understand their timeline.
Where do I pick up a found item in Bartlett?
If your item is recovered, you'll be contacted by the holding location (Police, a business, or transit). Many items are held at the Bartlett Police Department at 228 S. Main Street, or at the Pace Customer Service Center. We'll tell you exactly where to claim it.
Can I report my lost item from O'Hare if I'm flying through?
Yes. O'Hare has separate lost and found offices for terminals, restaurants, and transit systems. We route your report to the right section and contact O'Hare at (773) 462-0400. You can also email lost@ohareats.com directly.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for your chosen search period (12 months), continuously matching against new found item posts and alerts. You don't have to resubmit or check manually, we handle the ongoing search.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not a government agency. We work alongside official channels like the Bartlett Police Department and local agencies, but we don't replace them. Our job is to file your report with the right departments, post to community channels, and keep searching for you so you don't have to call each place repeatedly. For emergencies, always call 911.
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Get your report out there
The longer you wait, the further your item travels and the colder the trail. File your report now and let our system connect you with Bartlett Police, local agencies, and community channels. Then trust that your report stays on the case for months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Bartlett Police Department, Village of Bartlett, Pace Bus, or any other government or private entity listed. We help you report losses and route information to official channels, but we do not speak for or represent any agency. For emergencies, call 911. For urgent questions, contact the Bartlett Police Department directly at (630) 837-0846.