Lost something in East Moline? Report it and keep searching automatically.
File one report with ReportLost and we connect it to the East Moline Police Department, City Hall, MetroLINK transit, Quad Cities Airport, and active local community channels. Your report stays active so you can stop checking Facebook and Nextdoor yourself.
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 Helps You
You describe what you lost
Tell us about your wallet, ring, phone, or pet, where you last had it, and when. Takes about two minutes.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the East Moline Police Department, City Hall lost items desk, MetroLINK Customer Service, and gets posted to local community groups on Facebook and Nextdoor, so you don't have to.
Your report keeps searching for you
We continue matching your description against new found item reports, community posts, and local channels for 12 months. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, and we manage the follow-up details so you can focus on recovery.
Where to Report a Lost Item in East Moline
Here's what each channel handles and how ReportLost connects you to all of them at once.
East Moline Police Department
The Police Department handles lost and found reports and holds items recovered from public spaces or brought in by residents. Reports can be filed in person or by phone for non-emergencies. We file your report with them and make sure it's documented.
City Hall Lost & Found
City Hall at 915 16th Avenue handles items left behind in municipal buildings and public spaces. You can call during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) to ask if your item has been turned in. We tell you exactly what to ask for and follow up on your behalf.
MetroLINK Transit Lost & Found
If you lost your wallet or phone on a MetroLINK bus in the Quad Cities area, their Customer Service team holds found items for a set period. Call them to check or file a formal lost report. We pinpoint the exact route and stop where you were, and help you describe what you lost so the transit staff can find it faster.
Quad Cities International Airport (MLI)
Quad Cities Airport, just outside Moline, handles lost items from the terminal, parking lots, and security checkpoints. Their Guest Services team can search their database and hold items for you if found. We generate the exact details needed to file your report with airport staff.
Local Businesses & Public Spaces
Gas stations, grocery stores, restaurants, parks along River Drive, and other East Moline gathering spots often hold onto items left at their counter or found on their property. We help you identify which businesses match your loss location and guide you on how to contact them with all the right details.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog in East Moline, call Animal Control immediately at 309-752-1522 or 309-752-1555. The Humane Society of Scott County and Moline Animal Aid also take lost pet reports and hold animals. Post your missing pet on Facebook groups like Quad City Area Lost and Found Pets right away. file a priority lost pet report
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The sooner you report, the better
Items move quickly through lost and found systems, and community members are most likely to remember details in the first few days. Getting your report into the hands of the Police Department, City Hall, MetroLINK, and local Facebook groups right away dramatically improves your chances. Once you file with ReportLost, the heavy lifting is done, and your report continues working in the background.
Report my lost item →Losing something in East Moline means contacting the Police Department, checking MetroLINK's lost and found if you took the bus, calling City Hall, scanning Facebook groups like Quad Cities Lost and Found, and hoping someone posts about your item. The city's multiple departments and community channels aren't connected, so you either chase each one separately or something slips through the cracks.
ReportLost changes that. Instead of juggling phone calls and social media checks for weeks, you file one report and we coordinate across all the right places in East Moline, then keep your report active in the background. Your wallet, ring, phone, or pet gets the attention of the Police Department, transit staff, and local community members all at once, and we handle the monitoring so you don't have to refresh your search every day.
Where Locals Lose Things Most Often
These are the neighborhoods and hotspots where lost items show up most in East Moline.
Downtown East Moline (16th Avenue)
The heart of the city around City Hall and 16th Avenue sees the most lost items, from wallets dropped at shops to rings left at restaurants. The Police Department and local businesses in this zone are quick to document finds.
River Drive Corridor
The riverside parks and walking paths along River Drive are popular gathering spots, especially in warmer months. Phones, glasses, and backpacks are frequently left on benches or in parking areas here.
MetroLINK Bus Stops
Transit hubs across East Moline and the Quad Cities area see phones and wallets left on buses or at stops. MetroLINK's Customer Service has a dedicated lost and found system, and we connect you directly.
Near Quad Cities Airport
Items lost during travel at MLI, such as rings slipped off in security lines or phones left in rental car return areas, end up in the airport's lost and found. We help you file with their Guest Services team quickly.
Rock Island County Area
East Moline sits in Rock Island County, and some items may be reported to the County Animal Shelter or broader regional lost and found systems. We make sure your report reaches the right county contacts too.
Community Channels Where Found Items Get Posted
These groups and platforms are where East Moline residents post found items, so your report needs to be there too.
Active Facebook group covering the East Moline metro area, used by residents and police to post and search for lost items.
Dedicated Facebook group for missing and found pets in the region, linked to the Humane Society of Scott County.
Neighborhood app where locals post found items and lost pet alerts, often with photo IDs and recovery tips.
Official police page where officers sometimes post found items and lost pet alerts to the community.
Some residents still post found items and pet alerts on community marketplace sites, particularly high-value items.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do the East Moline Police Department and City Hall keep lost items?
The Police Department typically holds lost items for a standard period (check with them for exact retention, as it varies by category). City Hall keeps items found in city buildings for a reasonable time before turning them over to disposal or police. MetroLINK holds transit items for a set timeframe. The sooner you report, the better your chances of claiming the item before it's released. ReportLost keeps your report active for up to 12 months, so you can stay in the loop even after the initial hold period.
What if my lost item was on a MetroLINK bus or at a transit stop?
Call MetroLINK Customer Service at the number on their website and describe your item, the route, and the date. They search their lost and found database, which covers buses in East Moline and across the Quad Cities. We help you provide the exact route and time so MetroLINK can locate it faster. Items are held for a limited time, so reporting quickly is important.
Should I file a police report if I lost a wallet or phone?
You don't need a formal police report for a simple lost item, but you can notify the Police Department's non-emergency line (309-752-1546) to log it in their system. This helps if someone turns it in. Many people also file a report if they suspect theft rather than loss. ReportLost handles this communication for you and ensures the department has your full contact information and description.
Where do I check if my lost pet has been brought to a shelter?
Contact the Rock Island County Animal Shelter and East Moline Animal Control right away. You can also call the Humane Society of Scott County (on the Iowa side) and Moline Animal Aid. Post your missing pet immediately on Quad City Area Lost and Found Pets (Facebook) and let the Police Department know. The more places you alert, the faster word spreads. If you file a lost pet report with ReportLost, we coordinate these alerts for you.
Can I file a lost item report for something I lost at Quad Cities Airport?
Yes. Call Quad Cities Airport Guest Services or the TSA directly if you lost the item at the security checkpoint. Provide your item description, the date, and your contact information. The airport holds items for a reasonable time before disposing of them, so speed matters. We connect you to the right department and provide the exact information they need to search their system.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the East Moline Police Department, City Hall, or MetroLINK. We don't replace official channels, we coordinate them. When you file a report with us, we send your information to the official lost and found systems (Police, City Hall, transit, airport) so they have your report in their records. We also post to community channels like Facebook and Nextdoor to expand your reach. Think of us as the central hub that makes sure your lost item gets into all the right hands at once, and then we keep monitoring for matches while you go about your day.
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Ready to find your lost item?
Every hour counts in the first few days after a loss. Start your report now and let ReportLost coordinate with the East Moline Police Department, City Hall, MetroLINK, Quad Cities Airport, and local community groups on your behalf. Once you submit, your report stays active and searching for 12 months, so you can move forward knowing the right people and places are already looking.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found coordination service and is not affiliated with the East Moline Police Department, City of East Moline, MetroLINK, Quad Cities Airport, Rock Island County Animal Services, or any other local government or transit agency. We help route your lost item report to the official channels and community platforms; we do not provide official lost and found services ourselves. Always contact official agencies directly for critical matters or legal questions.