Lost something in Troy? Here is where to report it.
One report covers the Troy Police Department, City Hall, local transit authorities, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items against your description 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
- 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 Troy
You tell us what you lost
Fill out a quick report with what you lost, where, and when. We generate the exact details needed for police, city departments, and community groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Troy Police Department, City Hall lost and found, MCT transit lost and found, Animal Control if it's a pet, and local Facebook groups all at once. No more calling around or figuring out who to contact.
Your report keeps searching for you
For the entire search period, your report automatically checks new found item posts, community announcements, and local listings against your description. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you can follow up while the trail is still warm.
Where things turn up in Troy
And how to report through each channel (or let us handle it)
Troy Police Department
The Troy Police Department maintains a lost and found for items turned in by residents or officers. They can hold items for a period and help with theft reports if applicable. We tell you exactly which department number to reference and draft the report details for you.
City Hall & City Clerk
Troy City Hall at 116 E Market Street also maintains records and lost and found items, especially for things lost in or around municipal facilities. The City Clerk can help direct your inquiry to the right department. We provide the exact information and contact points you need.
Transit & MCT Bus Lost and Found
If you left something on an MCT bus, their lost and found holds items at the main office. Items are typically kept for two weeks. We can help you file the right description and follow up with the exact MCT reference details.
Lost Pets & Animal Control
Troy Animal Control (Operation FIDO program) helps reunite lost dogs, cats, and other animals with owners. Post immediately on local Facebook groups like "Lost and Found Pets of Troy, St. Jacob and Marine Illinois" and notify Animal Control at 618-692-1700. For a faster, dedicated response, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
Shops, Restaurants & Public Places
Items lost at local businesses, parks, or community spaces often end up at the front desk or manager's office. The longer you wait, the more likely items are discarded or claimed. We help you contact the right venue and document the details so you have a record to follow up on.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Once you file a report with ReportLost, you've done the hard part. We push it to police, city departments, transit, and community channels. Then relax knowing that your report is actively matching new found items for months ahead. You'll get notified the moment something credible turns up.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Troy throws you into a fragmented system. The police have their lost and found. City Hall has another. MCT buses log items separately. Facebook groups and Nextdoor fill up with found posts every day. Even if you contact everyone, you still have to reload those pages every morning for weeks, hoping your wallet, keys, or ring shows up before it's claimed or moved.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos into one step. File once, and we tell the Troy Police Department, City Hall, transit authorities, and community channels at the same time. Then your report stays active and keeps searching for a match automatically, for months. You don't have to be the one refreshing every lost and found page or community group. We do that for you, and notify you the moment something credible surfaces.
Common places where items go missing in Troy
Each area has its own lost and found channels. ReportLost connects all of them.
Downtown & Market Street
City Hall, shops, and offices around the municipal center. Lost wallets and phones often end up with business owners or police.
Residential neighborhoods
Suburbs and residential streets where wallets, keys, and personal items are found by neighbors. Local Facebook groups and Nextdoor are active here.
Parks & public spaces
Local parks and gathering areas where rings, bracelets, and bags are sometimes spotted. City Parks or facilities may have a lost and found desk.
Bus stops & MCT routes
Items left on buses or at transit stations. MCT's lost and found holds items briefly, so timing matters.
Community lost and found on social media
Active groups where locals post found items daily. ReportLost alerts these communities for you.
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost and found pets in the Troy area
Broader county-level group for lost and found pets across the region
Reddit community for Troy residents, occasionally posts about lost items and pets
Nextdoor and neighborhood Facebook groups where locals share found items daily
Questions about losing and finding things in Troy
How long does the Troy Police Department keep lost items?
The Troy Police Department holds items for a reasonable period before potentially donating or discarding them. It's important to report and follow up within days, not weeks. Once you file with ReportLost, we keep your report active for 12 months so you stay in the search loop even if initial leads don't pan out.
What if I lost something on an MCT bus?
Call MCT's lost and found at 618-797-4600 with as much detail as possible: what, when, which route, seat location. Items are held for about two weeks. ReportLost can help you describe the item clearly and follow up if the first call doesn't find it.
Should I report a lost pet to Animal Control right away?
Yes, immediately. Call Troy Animal Control at 618-692-1700 and post to Facebook groups like "Lost and Found Pets of Troy, St. Jacob and Marine Illinois" the same day. For a fast-tracked search with social alerts, <a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>file a lost pet report</strong></a> with ReportLost.
Where do I pick up a lost item that's been found?
That depends where it was found. Items turned in to police go to the Troy Police Department (618-667-6731). Items on MCT buses are held at the MCT office (call 618-797-4600 to arrange pickup). Businesses usually hold items at the front desk for a limited time. When you report with ReportLost, we tell you which channel to follow up with.
Can I file a lost item report online with the Troy Police?
The Troy Police Department prefers you call 618-667-6731 to report a lost item. ReportLost does the calling and filing for you and coordinates across all local channels at once.
Is ReportLost official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We are not part of the Troy Police Department or City of Troy. Instead of you having to call the police, MCT, City Hall, and Facebook groups separately, we consolidate your report and send it to all of them on your behalf. You always have the option to report directly to police or other agencies yourself, but ReportLost saves you time and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
Lost & found in nearby cities
One report. Multiple channels. Months of active searching.
Stop calling around. Stop checking Facebook and Nextdoor every morning. File your report once with ReportLost, and let your search run on autopilot. We'll notify you the moment a match appears.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Troy Police Department, City of Troy, MCT, or any other local government or transit authority. We coordinate with these organizations on your behalf to maximize visibility of your lost item report. All links and contact information are provided for your reference; you may report directly to any agency if you prefer.