Lose something in Du Quoin? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
One report routed directly to the Du Quoin Police Department, City Hall, the Du Quoin State Fair lost and found, and local community channels. Your report stays active, keeping your lost item in the search loop.
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 file your report
Tell us what you lost, where you lost it, and when. We gather all the details in one place so you don't have to repeat yourself to multiple offices.
We connect you to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Du Quoin Police Department, City Hall, the Du Quoin State Fair (if relevant), and gets shared with active local community groups. We handle the routing, so you don't have to.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues matching against new found items, community posts, and local announcements. You'll get an alert if a credible match surfaces, so you can focus on your day while we keep looking.
Where lost items go in Du Quoin
Know the right channels. We'll notify them for you.
Du Quoin Police Department
The Police Department logs lost and found reports and may hold items for a period. If you lost something in a public space or believe it was turned in by a good Samaritan, the Police Department is a key first stop. We generate the exact details needed for your report and route it straight to them.
City Hall
Du Quoin's City Hall office handles general inquiries and can point you to the right department or provide guidance on lost items found in city facilities. We'll notify them as part of your report so they're aware of your loss.
Du Quoin State Fair Lost & Found
Lost something at the State Fair? Items are collected at the Central Cash office daily from 8 am to 4 pm. We'll flag your report with the Fair's lost and found system so they can match found items to your loss.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog in Du Quoin, time matters. Contact your local animal control and shelters right away, and post in community pet groups. ReportLost has a dedicated lost pet reporting path that moves faster and reaches pet-specific networks. File a priority lost pet report to activate search channels built for animals.
Community & Social Networks
Du Quoin residents stay connected through Facebook community groups and Nextdoor. When you file a report with us, we'll share your lost item details with these active channels so neighbors can help spread the word and keep an eye out.
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Ready to get your search started?
The sooner you report your lost item, the sooner our system begins matching it against found items and community posts. Filing now means your report goes live immediately and stays active while you move forward.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Du Quoin can feel scattered. A wallet vanishes at the State Fair, a phone slips away downtown, a bracelet goes missing near E. Poplar Street, and suddenly you're calling the Police Department, checking City Hall, posting on Facebook, and hoping someone notices. Each office keeps separate records, response times vary, and unless you stay vigilant, your lost item fades into the background.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. File one report and we automatically notify the Du Quoin Police Department, City Hall, the State Fair's lost and found, and community channels all at once. Better yet, your report doesn't expire after a few days. It stays active for 12 months, continuously matching your lost item against new community posts, found-item announcements, and local activity, so you don't have to check every group and website every single day.
Common places to lose things in Du Quoin
Telling us the neighborhood helps us route your report to the right local resources.
Downtown Du Quoin
Along E. Poplar Street and the surrounding central business district, where shops, restaurants, and City Hall draw daily foot traffic.
Du Quoin State Fair Grounds
The fairgrounds and surrounding State Fair events are hotspots for lost wallets, phones, and personal items, especially during fair season.
Residential neighborhoods
Streets throughout Du Quoin including Leonard Avenue and Park Street areas where community members live and gather.
Parks and recreation areas
Local parks and open spaces where people walk, exercise, and spend leisure time with family and pets.
Community channels keeping watch
Du Quoin residents help each other. Your report taps into these networks.
Official city updates and community posts
Police announcements and community alerts
Neighborhood-level found item posts and lost pet alerts
Common questions about losing items in Du Quoin
How long do police hold lost and found items?
The Du Quoin Police Department logs lost items and holds them for a period. We recommend contacting them at 618-542-2131 or checking in person at 304 E. Poplar St. to ask about their specific retention timeline and how to claim your item if it's been turned in.
What if I lost something at the Du Quoin State Fair?
Items found at the State Fair are collected at the Central Cash office, open 8 am to 4 pm daily. Call 618-542-1515 to check if your item has been turned in. When you file a report with ReportLost, we'll make sure the Fair's lost and found knows to look for your item.
I lost my dog in Du Quoin. What should I do immediately?
Call the Du Quoin Police Department at 618-542-2131 right away and post in local Facebook community groups and Nextdoor. Post flyers around your neighborhood, especially near where your dog was last seen. Filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost activates additional pet-focused networks and keeps your dog's details active in the search loop for months.
Where should I post if I find someone's lost item?
Contact the Du Quoin Police Department at 618-542-2131 to turn in the item, or post in local Du Quoin community Facebook groups and Nextdoor to help reunite the item with its owner. Many found items end up at the Police Department or City Hall.
How does ReportLost help if the official lost and found offices don't have my item?
ReportLost keeps your report active and searchable for 12 months. Even if an item isn't at the Police Department or City Hall immediately, it may turn up later or be posted by a community member. Your report automatically matches against new found-item posts, community announcements, and local activity, alerting you if a credible match appears, so you don't have to manually check every day.
Is ReportLost.org an official city or police service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that streamlines the process of reporting lost items by automatically notifying the right local offices, businesses, and community channels on your behalf. We're not a government agency, but we work alongside the Du Quoin Police Department, City Hall, the State Fair, and community groups to make sure your report reaches the places most likely to takes the reporting steps for you. We don't replace official lost and found channels, we complement them and keep your search active over time.
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Your lost item is still out there.
Every moment counts. File a report now and let our system begin routing your loss to the right Du Quoin offices and community channels. Once it's live, your report stays active and keeps searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Du Quoin Police Department, City of Du Quoin, Du Quoin State Fair, or any other local government or business entity. We work to complement official channels by routing your report to the appropriate local resources; we do not replace them. Terms of service and privacy practices apply.