Lost something in Fort Wayne? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
One report connects your loss to the Fort Wayne Police Department, local Citilink transit, Fort Wayne Airport, and active community channels. Plus, our team monitors the web continuously for matches across social media, marketplaces, and local posts for up to 6 months, 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.
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How ReportLost Works in Fort Wayne
You report your lost item
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details once and route them to every relevant channel, so you don't have to make multiple calls or fill out separate forms at the police property room, Citilink, the airport, and community boards.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Fort Wayne Police Department Property Room (which holds found items), Citilink Customer Service, Fort Wayne Airport Lost & Found, and shared with active local Facebook groups and community networks, all in one step.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
Our system scans the web continuously for 12 months, watching local Facebook groups (Fort Wayne Lost & Found, Lost Cats of Fort Wayne), Reddit, marketplace listings, and community posts. The moment a credible match appears, we alert you immediately. No more endless refreshing or checking the same groups twice a day.
Where and How to Report a Loss in Fort Wayne
Contact information for the main lost and found services in the city. ReportLost reaches all of them automatically, but here's what each channel covers.
Fort Wayne Police Department Property Room
The city's central holding point for found items. Items are stored and can be claimed by appointment only, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. Call to schedule a retrieval time and confirm your item is there before you visit. We generate the exact information needed for your report and tell you which precinct covers your loss location.
Citilink (Fort Wayne Public Transit)
Fort Wayne's bus system operates 14 regular routes across the city. If you left something on a bus or at a transit hub, contact Citilink's customer service. They maintain a lost and found for items found aboard buses and at stations. We make sure your report reaches them immediately so your item doesn't get cleared out.
Fort Wayne International Airport
Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) has its own lost and found for items left in terminals, at security, or on aircraft. TSA handles security checkpoint losses; the airport handles terminal and gate areas. We ensure your loss is reported to the right desk depending on where you lost it, and monitor for any updates.
Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control
If you've lost a pet, report it to Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control immediately. They shelter found animals at 3020 Hillegas Road and keep records of lost pets. Call during business hours (11 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday) or after 8 pm, call the non-emergency line. Our team helps you file a priority lost pet report and monitors social channels for sightings. For more personalized lost pet support, file a priority lost pet report with us.
Fort Wayne City Hall
For general city services, lost and found inquiries, or questions about which department handles your type of loss, contact City Hall. The main number routes you to the right office. We handle this routing for you, but if you want to follow up directly, here's where to reach the city.
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Report Your Loss Right Now
The sooner you report, the better. Once your information is in the system and our monitoring begins, you can relax knowing every relevant office and community channel has been notified. The team takes it from there.
Report my lost item →Fort Wayne's lost and found system is fragmented. Found items sit in the Police Property Room, transit finds go to Citilink, airport losses are handled separately, and community tips scatter across Facebook groups. If you lose something, you end up calling multiple offices, posting in different groups, and checking back constantly to see if anyone's posted a match.
ReportLost simplifies everything. One report reaches all the right places at once, and our automated web surveillance runs in the background for months, scanning every public post and listing so you can get back to your day. You'll know immediately if something matching your loss shows up anywhere online, without lifting a finger.
Where Do Fort Wayne Residents Lose Things Most?
Common loss hotspots in the city where our automated monitoring is especially active.
Downtown Fort Wayne
The city center, including retail districts, restaurants, and office buildings along Berry Street and surrounding blocks. High foot traffic means more found items, and more community posts about them.
Citilink Bus Routes & Transit Hubs
Items frequently left on buses or at waiting areas across Fort Wayne's 14 routes. Citilink's lost and found fills up regularly, so reporting quickly improves recovery odds.
Fort Wayne International Airport
Security lines, gates, terminals, and baggage claim are loss hotspots. Airport staff and TSA handle these separately from city channels, which is why a unified report matters.
Parkview Field & Entertainment District
Fort Wayne's minor league ballpark and surrounding entertainment venues draw large crowds. Lost items at events often get turned in to venue management or local community boards.
Residential & Commercial Neighborhoods
Losses at local shops, restaurants, parks, and community centers get posted in neighborhood Facebook groups. Our monitoring covers these active community channels in real time.
Active Local Communities Helping Reunite Lost Items
Fort Wayne residents actively share and search for lost items on these platforms. ReportLost monitors all of them automatically.
Facebook group where community members post found items and help reunite them with owners.
Dedicated Facebook group for lost and found cats in the area.
Another active Facebook community specifically for lost dog reports and sightings.
Fort Wayne subreddit where residents post local lost and found notices and community tips.
Neighborhood-by-neighborhood community app used to alert neighbors about losses and found items in your area.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lost & Found in Fort Wayne
How long does the Fort Wayne Police Property Room hold found items?
The Police Property Room holds items indefinitely in most cases, but it's important to report your loss and retrieve it soon. To claim something, call 260-427-2034 to schedule an appointment Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. ReportLost ensures the police are notified immediately so your item is flagged in their system.
What happens if I lost something on a Citilink bus?
Contact Citilink Customer Service at (260) 432-4546 with details about your ride (date, route, time). They'll check their lost and found. ReportLost submits your report to Citilink automatically and monitors for any updates, so you don't have to call back repeatedly.
How do I report something lost at Fort Wayne International Airport?
Contact the airport directly at (260) 747-4146, or TSA if you lost it at security. Provide your flight information and a detailed description. ReportLost sends your report to both TSA and airport operations, ensuring the right department handles it.
Can I post about my lost item on local Facebook groups?
Absolutely. The Fort Wayne Lost & Found group and neighborhood Nextdoor posts are very active. However, you'll need to post, monitor, and check back constantly. ReportLost does this monitoring for you, posting to all relevant channels and scanning them every day for matches.
What if I lost a pet in Fort Wayne?
Call Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control at 260-427-1244 immediately. They hold strays and maintain lost pet records. Also post in Lost Cats of Fort Wayne and Lost Dogs of Fort Wayne Facebook groups. For comprehensive lost pet support and automated monitoring of pet-specific channels, <a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>file a priority lost pet report</strong></a> with us.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Fort Wayne Police Department, Citilink, or any city agency. We don't replace official channels, we enhance them. ReportLost automatically notifies all the right departments and then monitors the web continuously on your behalf, saving you time. You always retain the option to contact the police, transit, or airport directly.
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Don't wait for the lost item to fade into storage or get discarded. Report it today, and let ReportLost handle the notifications and monitoring. Your recovery chances improve the moment you act.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Fort Wayne Police Department, City of Fort Wayne, Citilink, Fort Wayne International Airport, Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control, or any local government or transit agency. All contact information and office hours are current as of this publication but may change. Always confirm details directly with the relevant agency. ReportLost automatically routes reports to official channels and monitors public web sources for matches, but does not replace direct contact with police or other authorities.