Lost something in Lebanon? Here is who to contact.
One report and we route it to the Lebanon Police Department, local lost & found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active.
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)
No report has been filed in Lebanon yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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 in Lebanon
You describe what you lost
Tell us where you were, what went missing, and any details that make it yours. Whether it's a wallet in a local shop, a ring near the courthouse, or a phone at a Lebanon landmark, we capture the info that matters.
We notify the right places
We alert the Lebanon Police Department, City Hall, local businesses, and community groups all at once. No need to call around yourself or figure out which office handles what. We connect the dots for you.
Your report keeps searching
While you go about your day, your report stays active and continues matching against found item posts, community tips, and local channels for 12 months. You'll get an alert the moment we find a credible lead, so you don't have to check back constantly.
Where to report a lost item in Lebanon
Your local lost and found channels, and how ReportLost simplifies them all
Lebanon Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found and can file an official report for lost property. They're located at 403 W St Louis St and available Mon–Thu 8 am–4 pm and Fri 8 am–1 pm. ReportLost gets your report to them automatically, so they know exactly what to look for and where to find you.
Lebanon City Hall
City Hall at 405 N Madison St can direct you to the right department or help coordinate with local services if your lost item involves city property or public spaces. Open Mon–Thu 8 am–4 pm and Fri 8 am–1 pm. We ensure your report reaches the right desk so you don't have to figure out which office handles what.
Madison County Transit
If you lost an item on a bus, Madison County Transit (MCT) operates a dedicated lost and found. Call (618) 797-4600 or email info@mct.org to report or search for your lost item. We can help you generate the details to give them so they know exactly what you're looking for.
MidAmerica St. Louis Airport
Traveling through the region? MidAmerica Airport (about 15 miles away) has a centralized Lost & Found. Call (618) 566-5200 or email info@flymidamerica.com with details of your lost item. ReportLost can include airport contacts in your report if your loss involves regional travel.
Lost pet
If your cat or dog went missing, St. Clair County Animal Services should be your first call. Visit in person at their facility or contact them to file a lost report and ask if anyone has brought a pet matching your description in. We also help you reach the right animal welfare resources and community pet groups. file a priority lost pet report
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Start now. Your report can go live today.
The sooner your lost item is reported, the sooner the right people are looking for it. Once your report is filed with us, you can step back, knowing that we've notified the key places and your report will keep working for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Lebanon can feel frustrating, especially when you're not sure whether to call the police, check with local businesses, or post in Facebook groups. Different places handle lost items differently, and by the time you've made all the calls, trails can go cold. ReportLost bridges that gap by sending your report to all the right channels at once, and keeping it active so you don't have to.
The biggest difference: once you report with us, your lost item stays in active search for months. While other methods rely on you refreshing pages and reposting, your report automatically crosses new found item reports and community posts against your description. That means your wallet, ring, phone, or keys can be found and returned to you even weeks later, without you having to spend hours chasing leads yourself.
Common places to lose items in Lebanon
Report your loss by location, and we'll route it to the right local services
Downtown Lebanon
Shops, restaurants, and public spaces along Main Street and St. Louis St are high-traffic spots. Lost wallets, phones, and keys are often turned into nearby storefronts or the police department.
McKendree University campus
A major local landmark where students and visitors often misplace items. Campus services and local animal control are coordinated for recovered property and found pets.
Public parks and green spaces
Lebanon's parks are gathering spots where rings, glasses, and other small items can go missing. City Hall can connect lost park items to maintenance or local community boards.
Madison County Transit stops
Bus stops and bus routes throughout Lebanon and the surrounding area are common places to leave items behind. MCT's lost and found is your direct resource.
Local businesses and shops
Restaurants, cafes, and retail shops often hold found items temporarily. We help you reach the right businesses and ensure they know you're searching.
Community channels in Lebanon
Lost and found posts are shared across local Facebook groups and community forums
Active Facebook group where residents post lost and found items, including pets
Community discussion group for all Lebanon-related posts and alerts
Subreddit where people post and search for lost animals across the country
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Lebanon Police Department keep lost items?
The Police Department stores found items for a reasonable holding period. We recommend checking in person at 403 W St Louis St during business hours (Mon–Thu 8 am–4 pm, Fri 8 am–1 pm), or calling (618) 537-4955. When you report with ReportLost, we make sure they have your full contact info and item description.
What if I lost something on a Madison County Transit bus?
Call MCT's Lost & Found at (618) 797-4600 or email info@mct.org right away. Items are logged and held for a set period. ReportLost can help you generate a clear description of what you lost and provide you the exact contact info so they recognize your item when searching their inventory.
Where should I report a lost pet in Lebanon?
Contact St. Clair County Animal Services immediately at (618) 406-6411. Visit their facility if possible so they see your pet in person. Also post in the Lebanon Facebook community groups and consider filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost, which keeps your pet's info active and alerts local animal control and rescue networks.
How quickly should I report a lost item?
As soon as you realize it's missing. The faster you report, the faster the right people can begin looking. Most lost items are found and turned in within the first few days, so speed matters. ReportLost gets your report to multiple channels instantly.
What happens after I file a report with ReportLost?
We send your lost item report to the Lebanon Police Department, local lost and found offices, and community channels all at once. Your report then stays active for your full search period, 12 months depending on your choice. We continue matching your description against new found item posts and community alerts, so you don't have to check back constantly. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not a government agency. We work alongside the Lebanon Police Department, City Hall, and local services by routing your report to them automatically and keeping your search active in the background. We don't replace filing an official police report, but we make sure your lost item gets the attention of all the right places at once, and we keep the search alive for months. For emergencies or stolen items, always contact the police directly at 911 or (618) 537-6131.
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Don't let your lost item fade away
Every hour that passes, the trail gets colder and fewer people are thinking about your lost wallet, ring, or phone. ReportLost changes that by putting your loss in front of the police, local services, and your community all at once, and by keeping the search alive for months. File your report today and get back to your life, knowing we're on it.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Lebanon Police Department, City of Lebanon, Madison County Transit, St. Clair County Animal Services, or any local government agency or business. We work with these organizations by routing reports to them, but we are not an official government service. For emergencies, always contact 911. For official police reports, contact the Lebanon Police Department directly.