Moline, IL

Lost something in Moline? Report it once and let us handle the rest.

One report connects you with the Moline Police Department, local transit services, the Rock Island County Animal Shelter, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match across local announcements and found item 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

996
reports filed
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in Illinois

Illinois : the holding period depends on value: six months for items under $100, one year above. (765 ILCS 1020)

Across the United States

Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.

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How ReportLost works in Moline

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You submit your loss

Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to reach the right authorities and community channels in Moline.

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We route your report

We send your information to the Moline Police Department, MetroLINK transit if applicable, local animal shelters for pets, and post to active community groups so real people in your area can help.

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Your report keeps searching

For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against newly posted found items, community announcements, and local marketplaces. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day yourself.

Where to report a lost item in Moline

These are the official channels we alert. You can also contact them directly, and we'll help you know which ones apply to your situation.

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Moline Police Department

Report lost items at the Moline Police Department, located at 1640 6th Avenue. For non-emergency reports, call 309.797.0401. We identify which precinct covers your loss location and generate the exact information to include in your report.

Moline Police Department

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MetroLINK Transit Lost & Found

If you lost an item on a MetroLINK bus in the Quad Cities area, call 309.788.3360 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or Saturday mornings). We'll point you to the right customer service contact and help describe your item clearly.

MetroLINK Contact & Lost & Found

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Quad Cities International Airport (CID)

Lost something at the airport? For items at security, contact TSA at 309.757.6623. For items in the terminal or parking lot, call 309.757.1768 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4:30 p.m.). We ensure your report reaches the right department.

QC Airport Guest Services

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Lost Pet

Missing a dog, cat, or other pet in Moline? Contact the Rock Island County Animal Shelter at 4001 78th Avenue (309.797.6550) or the Humane Society at 309.797.6550. Community groups like Quad Cities Lost and Found Pets on Facebook are also active in reuniting pets with their families. Get started by filing a priority lost pet report.

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Report your loss in Moline right now

The sooner you file a report, the sooner all the right people in Moline are notified and your report begins its active search. Once submitted, you have peace of mind knowing your case is in motion and will keep matching new found item posts for months to come.

Report my lost item →

Losing something in Moline means reaching out to multiple places, none of which automatically talk to each other. The police, local transit, neighborhood groups on Facebook, animal shelters for pets, and online marketplaces all handle found items separately, and there's no single system that checks them all at once. By the time you call the Moline Police Department non-emergency line and check the MetroLINK lost and found, you've already spent hours piecing things together.

ReportLost simplifies that process. One report goes out to all the right channels at once, and your report stays active during your entire search period, automatically matching new found item posts and announcements so you don't have to do that work yourself. Once you file with us, you can focus on your day while we keep searching on your behalf.

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Common places where items get lost in Moline

These neighborhoods and landmarks are high-traffic areas where lost and found reports are frequent.

Downtown Moline

The central business district around 16th Street and 6th Avenue, including City Hall and nearby shops, is a frequent location for lost items.

MetroLINK Bus Routes & Transfer Points

Public transit buses throughout Moline see common transit losses, especially around downtown transfer centers and stations.

Quad Cities International Airport (CID)

A regional hub for air travel, the airport and surrounding areas account for items left in terminals, parking lots, and security checkpoints.

Retail & Commercial Areas

Shopping centers and dining establishments along major roads see a steady flow of lost wallets, phones, and personal items.

Parks & Recreation

Local parks and outdoor spaces in and around Moline are common places where personal items, keys, and belongings get misplaced.

Community groups helping to reunite lost items

Real people in Moline and the Quad Cities area actively share found items in these groups. We post your report to the right channels.

Quad Cities Lost and Found Pets
Facebook community for lost and found animals across the Quad Cities area
QC Lost and Found Pets
Another active Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost pets with owners
Quad City Area Lost and Found Pets
Facebook community covering pets lost or found in the wider Quad Cities region
Nextdoor Moline
Neighborhood-specific posts and lost item alerts from local residents
Facebook Marketplace
Local buying, selling, and community posts where found items are sometimes listed

Questions about lost items in Moline

How long does the Moline Police Department hold lost items?

Lost items turned into the Moline Police Department are typically logged and stored for a set period. Contact the Moline Police non-emergency line at 309.797.0401 to confirm the current holding period and check if your item has been turned in.

Can I check MetroLINK's lost and found without calling?

MetroLINK requires you to call their Customer Service team at 309.788.3360 to inquire about lost items. Items are held for a limited time, so calling soon after your loss increases the chance your item is still there.

Where do I pick up a lost item once it's found?

For police-related losses, contact the Moline Police Department at 1640 6th Avenue. For transit items, MetroLINK will direct you where to collect. For airport losses, the QC Airport Guest Services office (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) is the pickup location.

Is it better to report a lost pet right away?

Yes. If your pet is missing, contact the Rock Island County Animal Shelter immediately at 309.797.6550 and post to Quad Cities Lost and Found Pets groups on Facebook. The faster you report and alert the community, the faster word spreads and the better your chances of a safe reunion.

Does ReportLost.org replace calling the Moline Police?

ReportLost is an independent service that makes it easier to report your loss and ensures all the right local channels and community groups are alerted at once. We don't replace the police or official lost and found services, but we connect you to them and keep your report active during your search period so you don't have to check every channel manually.

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Report your lost item in Moline today

Whether you've lost something at a local business, on the bus, at the airport, or in a neighborhood, your report will reach the Moline Police Department, MetroLINK, airport authorities, and active community members all at once. Then your report stays active, matching new found items for months, so you can stop worrying about what you might have missed.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Moline Police Department, City of Moline, MetroLINK, Quad Cities International Airport, Rock Island County Animal Shelter, or any other government or transit authority. We alert these official channels on your behalf and maintain your report's active search status. Always contact official agencies directly for urgent matters or to confirm item recovery.