Lost something in Bradley? Report it and keep searching without the stress.
One report routes to the Bradley Police Department, Village of Bradley, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching against new found items so you don't have to check back constantly.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Bradley
You describe your lost item
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the exact details the Bradley Police Department and other local services need to help track it down.
We connect you to the right places
We alert the Bradley Police Department's lost property office, notify relevant transit and community channels, and make sure your report reaches the places that matter for your specific loss.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against newly posted found items and announcements across local channels. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears, so you can focus on other things.
Where to report a lost item in Bradley
These are the main places that hold or help recover lost items. ReportLost coordinates with them so you don't have to contact each one separately.
Bradley Police Department
The Bradley Police Department takes lost property reports and maintains a lost and found. We tell you exactly which department handles your report and generate the information you need to provide.
Village of Bradley Hall
The Village Hall office coordinates local services and can direct lost items found in municipal spaces. We ensure your report reaches the right department within Village administration.
Connect Transit Lost & Found
If you lost your item on a Connect Transit bus or at a transit facility, the lost and found is located in Normal, IL. Items are held and available for pickup Monday through Friday during business hours. We point you to the exact process for your specific location.
Lost pet services
Kankakee County Animal Control handles lost and found animals in the Bradley area. The sooner you report, the better, since strays are logged quickly. For a streamlined approach with ongoing monitoring, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
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Start your report now
The first few hours matter, but so does persistence. Getting your report out to the right places immediately increases your chances, and keeping it active over weeks and months means you're still connected to the search even when you're not actively looking.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Bradley means dealing with separate systems: the police department, transit services if it was on a bus, animal control if it's a pet, local community posts scattered across Facebook and Nextdoor. Even when you report it to one place, you're left wondering if anyone else knows. ReportLost cuts through that confusion by routing your report to all the right channels at once, and keeping it active so you don't have to spend weeks rechecking everything yourself.
The difference is in the follow-through. Instead of calling each service daily or scrolling through posts hoping someone mentions your lost item, your report continues to search for a match automatically. Describe what you lost once, and our system watches for it across local channels and services throughout your entire search period, alerting you the moment a credible match surfaces.
Common places where items are lost in Bradley
These areas see frequent losses. Reporting promptly ensures alerts reach local services and community members in these zones.
Downtown Bradley / Michigan Avenue
The commercial and administrative heart of Bradley, including Village Hall and nearby shops. Items lost here often end up at the local police department or nearby businesses.
Bradley University area
The university's campus has its own security and lost and found services. University Police can be contacted separately for items lost in university facilities or parking areas.
Transit hubs and bus stops
Connect Transit buses and stops throughout Bradley handle frequent passenger losses. Bus-related items are centrally logged in Normal, IL.
Residential neighborhoods
Items lost on streets or in parks across Bradley neighborhoods often surface through community Facebook groups and Nextdoor posts. A timely report helps neighbors recognize and return your item.
Community channels where found items are posted
Local Facebook groups and community forums are where many people post found items. ReportLost alerts these channels on your behalf.
Facebook group for reporting and tracking lost items across the Kankakee County area, including Bradley
Active community group for posting and recovering lost items, especially pets
Local neighborhood network where residents share found items and lost pet alerts
Reddit community where Illinois residents sometimes post about lost and found items across the state
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Bradley Police Department hold lost property?
The Bradley Police Department retains unclaimed lost items for a set period. Contact them directly at (815) 936-5100 or visit their office at 147 S. Michigan to ask about current holding times and availability of your specific item.
Can I check Connect Transit's lost and found if I lost my item on a bus?
Yes. Connect Transit's lost and found is located at 351 Wylie Drive in Normal, IL, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. You can call them or visit in person to check if your item has been turned in.
What should I do if I lost a pet in Bradley?
Contact Kankakee County Animal Control immediately at (815) 937-2949 or check their website. They log strays quickly, and reporting right away gives your pet the best chance of being identified. Post in local Facebook groups like REUNITED and on PawBoost as well.
Do I have to visit the police station in person to report a loss?
Many items can be reported by phone or through ReportLost's coordinated reporting system. For certain losses, visiting in person (147 S. Michigan, Bradley, IL 60915, Monday-Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM) may be helpful so you can describe your item directly and check the office's held items.
How long does ReportLost keep searching for my lost item?
Your report stays active for either 12 months, depending on which option you choose when you file. Throughout that entire period, your report automatically matches against new found items, posts, and announcements, and you'll be alerted if a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates with local police, city services, and community channels on your behalf. It does not replace police reporting; instead, it ensures your report reaches the right local offices and stays active in the search. For urgent situations or items of high value, you should also contact the Bradley Police Department directly.
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Ready to find your lost item?
The sooner you file a report, the sooner the search begins. With ReportLost, you're not just reporting to one place, you're connecting to all the local services and community channels that matter. And your report keeps working for you long after you file it.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Bradley Police Department, Village of Bradley, Connect Transit, Kankakee County Animal Control, Bradley University Police, or any other local government or service entity. We coordinate reports on your behalf, but all items are ultimately held and recovered by the respective local services and community members. Please verify all contact information and hours before visiting in person.