Lost and Found in Sullivan, Illinois
Report a lost item locally through Sullivan Police, check with businesses and community groups, or use ReportLost for automated web search and direct outreach to local services.
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 Sullivan yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Post your report for free
Create a public listing on ReportLost describing your lost item, where and when you lost it, and how to contact you. Your report is immediately searchable online and shared with local services.
Choose a search option
Automatic search ($12) runs for 6 months with a secure email and QR stickers. Team-assisted search ($25) includes 12 months of monitoring, manual web research, and direct contact with Sullivan Police, businesses, and community groups on your behalf.
Contact local services directly
Call Sullivan Police at (217) 728-4351 or visit City Hall at 304 S. Hamilton St. Check with local businesses, schools, and community Facebook groups where the item was lost. For a lost pet, post in the Moultrie County lost pet group.
Where to report and search
Local services and community resources
Sullivan Police Department
Report lost items and ask about items turned in to the department. Open 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The office may close during emergency calls.
City of Sullivan Administration
Sullivan City Hall can provide information on municipal services and may assist with contacting other local departments.
Lost Pet Resources
For a lost or found pet, post in the Moultrie County IL Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and the Sullivan Missing and Lost Pets group. Contact Sullivan Police at (217) 728-4351 for animals found near schools.
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Decide your approach
If you prefer to handle the search yourself, Sullivan Police and local community groups are your main resources. If you want additional reach and automated monitoring over several months, consider an automated or team-assisted search option.
Create a report →When you lose an item in Sullivan, start by contacting Sullivan Police and checking nearby businesses and public places immediately. Community groups on Facebook and local word-of-mouth are often effective ways to recover lost belongings.
ReportLost complements these steps by publishing your item online, conducting automated web searches, and optionally sending trained volunteers to contact Sullivan services and share your report in local groups. Multiple channels can help increase the chances of locating your item.
Common places to check
Start your search in these areas
Downtown Sullivan
Shops and businesses along Hamilton Street and nearby blocks often hold lost items.
Sullivan schools and parks
Items lost at schools or public areas are frequently held by the schools or Sullivan Police.
Community groups
Connect locally and ask for help
Facebook group
Facebook group
Facebook page
Frequently asked questions
What should I do immediately after losing an item?
Call Sullivan Police at (217) 728-4351 right away to report it and ask if it has been turned in. Check with businesses or locations where you lost it. Post in the local Facebook community groups to alert neighbors and friends.
How long do businesses and the police keep lost items?
Sullivan Police policy is not publicly specified, so ask when you call. Most businesses hold lost items for one to two weeks. Contact them promptly after losing something.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or police department?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you publish, search, and share your lost item report. It does not replace Sullivan Police or local authorities. You must contact Sullivan Police directly and check with local services yourself; ReportLost's team-assisted option can support those efforts.
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Ready to search?
Start with a free public report or choose a search option that matches how much support you want.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Sullivan Police Department, the City of Sullivan, or any local government agency. Recovery of lost items is not certain. Always contact Sullivan Police and local services directly; ReportLost complements but does not replace official channels.