Lost something in Edwardsville? Here are the offices that take your report.
File your loss once and we route it to the Edwardsville Police Department, Madison County Animal Care and Control, local lost and found networks, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items and posts so you don't have to check 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
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Edwardsville
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate the exact details needed by local police and other recovery channels in Edwardsville.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Edwardsville Police Department, Madison County Animal Care and Control (if applicable), local shelters, transit operators, and community networks in the area. You don't have to make multiple calls or visits.
Your report keeps searching for a match
While you move on, your report remains active and continues to be checked against new found item posts, shelter intakes, and community announcements throughout your entire search period. We alert you instantly if a credible match appears.
Where to report a lost item in Edwardsville
These are the official channels in Edwardsville. ReportLost does the routing for you, but here's what each office handles if you choose to contact them directly.
Edwardsville Police Department
The police department logs lost and found reports and can advise on items lost in public spaces or potential theft. We generate the right information for your report and route it to the correct precinct based on your loss location.
City of Edwardsville
City Hall can direct you to the right department or office depending on where your item was lost (parks, municipal buildings, public events). We point you to the exact desk that handles your situation.
Madison County Transit (MCT)
If you lost something on a local bus, MCT's Lost & Found logs all items turned in by drivers and passengers. Items are held for two weeks. We ensure your description reaches their customer service center.
MidAmerica St. Louis Airport
Lost something at the airport? MidAmerica maintains a Lost & Found for items discovered in the terminal. We route your report and provide you with the direct contact for expedited recovery.
Lost Pet? Contact Animal Control & Shelters
Madison County Animal Care and Control maintains photos of all animals brought in and can check against lost pet reports. The Metro East Humane Society operates a no-kill shelter and works with local networks to reunite pets with owners. Both organizations cross-reference lost pet networks in the region. file a priority lost pet report
Madison County Animal Control 618-296-4950|View Animal Control Database|Metro East Humane Society 618-656-4405|Visit Metro East Humane Society
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The sooner you report, the better your chances.
The first hours and days after a loss are crucial. Once your report is filed with us, the information is immediately shared with the right authorities and community channels in Edwardsville. After that, your report continues working behind the scenes, matching your description against new found items and alerts for months to come. You can breathe easier knowing the search is active.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Edwardsville can be stressful. Whether it's left behind at a local business, dropped along Main Street or in one of the parks, or taken in by animal control, you're suddenly juggling calls to the police department, different shelters, lost and found groups, and social media posts. Each organization keeps its own records, and nothing connects them. That's where the time slips away, and the hope fades.
ReportLost simplifies the entire process. One report, filed once with us, reaches the Edwardsville Police Department, Metro East Humane Society, Madison County Animal Care and Control, and the active lost and found community right away. Best of all, your report doesn't disappear after a few days. It stays active and continues to hunt for your lost item across new found posts and alerts for your entire search window, so you can stop refreshing feeds and focus on your day.
Common places where items get lost in Edwardsville
Wherever you lost your item, your report reaches the right local authority and active community networks.
Downtown Edwardsville & Main Street
High-traffic retail and dining district where lost wallets, phones, and keys are common. Local businesses and police monitor this area closely.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Campus
Large campus with libraries, student centers, and athletic facilities. Lost items are reported to campus security and community channels.
Parks & Public Spaces
Edwardsville's parks and recreational areas see lost items regularly. City Hall and local community groups coordinate recovery efforts.
Madison County Transit Routes
Items left on buses or at transit stops. MCT's Lost & Found holds items for two weeks, and we notify them immediately of your report.
MidAmerica St. Louis Airport
Travel-related losses at the terminal. The airport's Lost & Found is active and coordinated through their direct line.
Community networks where lost items are shared
Edwardsville residents actively use social media and community groups to reunite people with their lost belongings. We post your report to these channels so you're not doing it yourself.
Facebook group where locals post lost and found pets across the Metro East area
Dedicated Facebook group for lost or found pets in the surrounding region
Official Facebook page where public alerts and tips are shared
Neighborhood app where residents post lost and found items hyperlocally
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Edwardsville
How long does Madison County Animal Care and Control hold lost pets?
Madison County Animal Care and Control keeps animals for a standard holding period. Contact them at 618-296-4950 or check their online database of intake photos immediately. The faster you report, the better your chances of a match. ReportLost routes your pet report directly to them and keeps searching for new matches throughout your search period.
How long does MCT keep lost items from buses?
Madison County Transit holds lost items for two weeks from the date they're turned in. Items are logged and stored at their Lost & Found. Call 618-797-4600 as soon as possible. We ensure your report reaches them right away and stays active even after those two weeks, in case items are located later.
What if I lost something at MidAmerica Airport?
Contact MidAmerica's Lost & Found at 618-566-5200 or info@flymidamerica.com. Items are typically held for a reasonable period. ReportLost submits your report and keeps it active in their system so you're alerted if your item surfaces during or after the standard holding window.
Where do I claim a lost item once it's found?
The location depends on where your item was found. Items found in public spaces go to the Edwardsville Police Department (618-656-2131). Items found on buses go to MCT's customer service line (618-797-4600). Lost pets found locally go to Metro East Humane Society or Madison County Animal Care and Control. ReportLost guides you on where to pick up your item once we confirm a match.
How does ReportLost help me if I report to the police myself?
ReportLost does the legwork for you. Instead of you making multiple calls to the police department, transit authority, shelters, and posting across social media yourself, we file one comprehensive report that goes to all the right places immediately. Most importantly, your report stays active and continues matching against new found items for 12 months. You don't have to refresh community pages every day, check shelter updates, or post reminders. We keep searching while you move forward.
Is ReportLost.org official or replace the need for the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that partners with local authorities and community channels, but we don't replace official reports. We accelerate and simplify the process by routing your information to the right local offices (Edwardsville Police, animal control, transit, shelters) and keeping your report active in community networks. Think of us as the connector that saves you time and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
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Ready to find your lost item?
Every moment counts, but so does having a system that doesn't forget. File your report now and let our network do the work. Your report will be routed to the Edwardsville Police Department, local shelters, transit operators, and community channels today, and will continue searching for a match throughout your entire recovery window.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the Edwardsville Police Department, City of Edwardsville, Madison County Animal Care and Control, Metro East Humane Society, Madison County Transit, MidAmerica St. Louis Airport, or any other local authority or business mentioned. We partner with these organizations to route reports and maintain active search records, but official lost and found claims should be filed directly with the relevant agency. See our full terms and privacy policy at ReportLost.org.