Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in Charlestown? Here is where to report it.
One report to the Charlestown Police Department, local shelters, and active social channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for a match, 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
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 Charlestown
You tell us what you lost
Fill out a quick report with details about your lost ring, purse, phone, or pet. Include where you lost it, what it looks like, and the best way to reach you.
We route it to the right places
We send your report to the Charlestown Police Department, Jeffersonville Animal Shelter (if it's a pet), local Facebook groups, and other channels that matter. No runaround, no guessing which desk to call.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you move forward, your report stays active and matches new found posts, shelter intakes, and marketplace listings against your description for 12 months. If a credible match appears, we alert you right away.
Where lost items go in Charlestown
And how ReportLost connects you to each one
Charlestown Police Department
The police non-emergency line is your first stop for lost wallets, phones, purses, and other valuables. They log reports and hold items for a period. We generate the exact details to include and point you to the right desk so your report is filed correctly the first time.
Charlestown City Hall
Lost items sometimes surface at city hall, especially if they're found near downtown or the city square. City hall staff can advise on where your specific item might have been turned in locally. We help ensure your report reaches the right department.
Lost Pets & Animal Shelter
If your dog, cat, or pet goes missing, the Jeffersonville Animal Shelter at 201 Willinger Lane is the main recovery point in the area. Call or visit in person to check their intake. We identify the right shelter and help file a priority lost pet report across connected networks. For faster results, file a priority lost pet report.
Facebook & Community Groups
Locals actively post found items and lost pets in Southern Indiana Lost and Found Pets groups and the City of Charlestown Facebook page. These groups move fast and people really help each other. We publish your report to the right community channels so it reaches neighbors who might have spotted your ring, keys, or pet.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we search
Once your report is filed, you can step back and let us handle the follow-up. Your report stays live and active, matching against new found items and posts for months, while you go about your day.
Report my lost item →Charlestown is a close-knit town where lost items end up in separate places: the police non-emergency line, city hall, the animal shelter on Willinger Lane, or scattered across Facebook groups and neighborhood posts. If your wallet, bracelet, dog, or phone disappears, you'd normally have to call around, fill out forms in person, and then check back yourself every few days to see if anything turns up. That's exhausting.
ReportLost changes that. Instead of making the rounds, you file one report and we route it to the Charlestown Police Department, animal control, local lost-and-found Facebook communities, and other channels in town. Then your report stays active and automatically crosses new found items with your description for months, alerting you the moment a real match appears. Once your report is live, you can focus on your day while we keep searching.
Where people lose things in Charlestown
Common loss hotspots where items often turn up
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and city hall around Main Cross Street are high-traffic zones where wallets, purses, and phones slip out of pockets most often.
City Square & Parks
Gathering spots near the city square at 815 Short Street, parks, and public spaces where families spend time and items get left behind on benches or in grass.
Shopping & Commercial Areas
Local retailers and shopping centers where customers set items down while browsing, then forget them before checkout.
Residential Neighborhoods
Lost pets often wander from home into nearby yards and streets. Report sightings to neighbors and check shelters immediately.
Road & Parking Lots
Items fall from cars, wallets drop in parking lots, and pets escape from vehicles. Check immediately and file a report the same day.
Active Charlestown lost & found communities
Real people posting about lost and found items every day
Direct community posts and lost pet alerts
Dedicated to reuniting lost pets with owners
Free lost pet database with local alerts
Neighborhood-level posts about found items and animals
Questions about losing something in Charlestown
How long does the Charlestown Police Department hold lost items?
Police typically hold items for 30 to 90 days. Call the non-emergency line at 812-256-6345 to confirm the holding period for your item and ask about its status. The sooner you report, the better your chance of recovery.
What if I lost a pet in Charlestown?
Contact Jeffersonville Animal Shelter immediately at 812-282-0071 and ask them to check for your pet. Visit in person if possible, as descriptions can vary. Also post to local Facebook groups like Southern Indiana Lost and Found Pets. Filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost connects you to all relevant channels automatically.
Where do I claim a lost item in Charlestown?
Items are typically held at the Charlestown Police Department (703 Main Street, 812-256-6345) or at City Hall (304 Main Cross Street, 812-256-3422). Call ahead to confirm where your item is, and bring ID and proof of ownership when you pick it up.
Do I need to file a police report to search for my lost item?
A formal police report is helpful, especially for valuable items like wallets or phones. Calling the non-emergency line (812-256-6345) or visiting city hall can also start a recovery process. ReportLost files the report for you and routes it to the right channels.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active and keeps searching for matches for 12 months depending on your preference. We automatically cross new found items, shelter intakes, and community posts against your description, so you don't have to check back every day.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that routes your report to the official channels you'd contact anyway: the Charlestown Police Department, animal shelters, city offices, and community groups. We don't replace the police; we save you time and make sure your report reaches the right places and stays active longer.
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Ready to find what you lost?
File your report now. Once it's live, our team connects it to the Charlestown Police Department, local shelters, and community channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for a match so you can focus on what matters.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Charlestown Police Department, Charlestown City Hall, Jeffersonville Animal Shelter, or any other local agency or business mentioned. We route your report to these entities and help you navigate local lost-and-found channels, but all items are held and recovered by the respective organizations themselves.