Lost something in Cahokia Heights? File a report and we'll help you find it.
One report, and we alert the Cahokia Heights Police Department, City Hall, MetroBus, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found posts.
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 ReportLost Works
You Report Your Loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to notify the right people, whether it's your wallet at a local shop, a ring at a community spot, or your phone left behind on MetroBus.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report goes to the Cahokia Heights Police Department, City Hall, local transit lost and found, and gets shared across active community groups. No back-and-forth calls from you, no repeating the same story.
Your Report Keeps Searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continuously checks for matches against new found items posted locally. You don't have to refresh social media or call around daily, your report works for you.
Where to Report in Cahokia Heights
The key places your lost item might turn up, and how ReportLost connects them for you.
Cahokia Heights Police Department
The police station is the primary place residents and businesses report found items. Items turned in are typically logged and held. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and file your report directly with them.
Call (618) 337-9505|Visit 103 Main St, Cahokia Heights, IL 62206
City Hall and City Services
If you lost something at a city facility or on city property, City Hall can help track it down. We generate the exact information to include in your report so it reaches the right department quickly.
MetroBus Lost and Found
Items left on MetroBus or at MetroBus stops are held at the Lost and Found. We point you to the right channel and make sure your report reaches them, so your phone, purse, or glasses can be reunited with you.
Lost Pet
A missing cat or dog needs fast action and community help. St. Clair County Animal Control can help reunite you with your pet, and local groups like the Lost & Found Pets groups in Cahokia/Dupo are active and responsive. File a priority lost pet report with us and we'll alert shelters, animal control, and pet-focused community channels right away.
St. Clair County Animal Control (618) 235-0585|Belleville Area Humane Society (618) 235-3712
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Start Your Search Today
The sooner you file, the sooner our team starts connecting with local lost and found offices and community channels. Every hour counts, and once your report is in, you can breathe easy while we work.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Cahokia Heights can feel scattered. Your wallet might be turned in to the police, your purse to a local business, your bracelet to City Hall, and found pet posts pop up across Facebook groups and community channels all at once. There's no single hub, so you end up making separate calls, visiting different offices, and checking multiple places yourself.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. File one report with us, and we notify the Cahokia Heights Police Department, coordinate with City Hall, alert MetroBus if needed, and post across active local groups. Then your report stays live and keeps matching new found items to your description for months, so you can stop searching and focus on your day.
Common Places People Lose Things in Cahokia Heights
Whether it's at a shop, on transit, or in a neighborhood spot, here's where to look first.
Downtown Cahokia Heights
The commercial core along Main Street and nearby intersections, including shops, restaurants, and the City Hall area where wallets, keys, and purses are often left behind.
MetroBus Routes and Stops
Items are frequently left on buses or at bus shelters throughout Cahokia Heights. Check the MetroBus lost and found or call the transit line directly if you lost something during your commute.
Residential Neighborhoods
If you lost a pet or an item in a neighborhood setting, local community groups and neighborhood watch pages are active and responsive to lost and found posts.
Local Businesses and Service Locations
Many lost items are turned in to business owners or managers. Retrace your steps and ask local shops, restaurants, and service providers directly.
Community Help Online
Active groups where neighbors post found items and help reunite people with their belongings.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the Cahokia area
Local Facebook pages where residents share found items and community alerts
Broader Illinois subreddit where Cahokia Heights residents ask for help finding lost items
Questions About Losing Something in Cahokia Heights
How long do the police keep lost items?
The Cahokia Heights Police Department logs found items and holds them for a period of time. Call (618) 337-9505 to ask about the holding period and to check if your item has been turned in.
What if I lost something on MetroBus?
Call MetroBus at (618) 628-8090 or visit mct.org/lost-and-found/ to report. Items are logged and stored; you can ask them to check for your phone, wallet, ring, or other belongings.
Where do I go to pick up a lost item?
If your item is found, you'll typically pick it up at the Cahokia Heights Police Department (103 Main St) or at the location where it was turned in, such as a business or City Hall. Ask whoever contacts you for pickup details.
My pet is missing. What do I do first?
Contact St. Clair County Animal Control at (618) 235-0585 or the Belleville Area Humane Society at (618) 235-3712 immediately. Post in the Lost & Found Pets, Cahokia/Dupo Areas group on Facebook. File a lost pet report with ReportLost so we can amplify your search across multiple channels at once.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for your chosen search period, either 12 months. During that time, your report continuously checks for matches against new found items posted in the community, so you don't have to keep checking yourself.
Is ReportLost.org official or replace the police?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside the Cahokia Heights Police Department, City Hall, MetroBus, and local community channels. We help you file reports faster and ensure they reach the right places, but we are not a government agency and do not replace the police. Your lost item is still held and managed by the official lost and found services.
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Ready to File Your Report?
Every minute counts when something important goes missing. File your report now and let our team route it to the Cahokia Heights Police Department, City Hall, MetroBus, and local community channels. Your report will stay active and keep searching for a match while you focus on other things.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Cahokia Heights Police Department, City of Cahokia Heights, MetroBus, St. Clair County Animal Control, or any other local agency mentioned. We help file reports and coordinate notifications across local lost and found services, but we do not hold items or replace official lost and found channels. Always contact local police and official services directly for items of significant value or legal importance.