Lost something in Martinsville? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
One clear report, and we notify the Martinsville Police Department, City Hall, the Morgan County Humane Society, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found items 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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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How It Works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter and route them to the right people in Martinsville.
We notify the right channels
Your report goes to local police, city services, animal shelters if needed, and community groups. We identify which precinct or office covers your loss location so nothing falls through the cracks.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report remains active and automatically cross-checks against new found items, shelter intakes, and community posts. You get alerted the moment a credible match surfaces, so you're not refreshing pages on your own.
Where to Report in Martinsville
These are the official channels. ReportLost coordinates with them so you don't have to call each one yourself.
Martinsville Police Department
The police maintain records of lost and found items reported in the city. We identify which precinct or division covers your loss location and ensure your report reaches them promptly. In-person reports can be filed at their office during business hours.
Martinsville City Hall
City Hall coordinates with various municipal services and lost items sometimes end up here, especially valuables or items found in public spaces managed by the city. We make sure your report gets directed to the right desk so follow-up is straightforward.
Morgan County Humane Society
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, the humane society is your first checkpoint. They maintain lost and found pet records and can check their current animals and incoming intakes. We help you file a priority lost pet report that reaches them immediately.
Morgan County Humane Society (765) 349-9177|File a priority lost pet report
Community Lost & Found Groups
Local Facebook groups and community networks are where Martinsville residents post found items and missing pets. We alert these channels on your behalf so neighbors see your report without you managing each group separately.
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Speed matters, but you're not alone
Reporting your loss quickly improves the odds of recovery, and once your report is live, the hard part is over. Our team ensures every relevant local service knows about it, and your report continues working for you in the background for months to come.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Martinsville means juggling phone calls to the police precinct, City Hall, the local humane society, and scrolling through scattered Facebook posts and community groups. By the time you've touched base with everyone, days have passed and details blur together. ReportLost consolidates that work into one submission and takes it from there.
After you report, your loss doesn't sit idle. Your report stays active and continues matching against new found items, animal shelter intakes, and local community channels automatically. No need to check back obsessively or file duplicate reports, our system keeps searching on your behalf across all the places where found items turn up in the Martinsville area.
Common Loss Locations in Martinsville
Items go missing in these neighborhoods and venues. Let us know where yours was lost and we'll route it to the right local responders.
Downtown & Morgan Street
The city center, shops, and municipal buildings where wallets, phones, and jewelry frequently turn up at storefronts or police.
Morton Avenue & Commercial District
Retail and business corridors where items are commonly found and turned in to nearby establishments or local services.
Parks & Public Grounds
Green spaces and recreational areas where people find items and contact the police or city services for safe return.
Residential Neighborhoods
Homes and streets throughout Martinsville where found pets and personal items are often reported to the humane society or community groups.
Community Networks
Word spreads fast on local platforms. We post your report where Martinsville residents are already looking.
Facebook group for lost and found animals in the area
Another active community channel for pet recovery posts
Official police Facebook page for community updates and lost item coordination
Neighborhood and town-wide Facebook pages where residents share found items
Questions About Lost Items in Martinsville
How long do the police keep lost and found items?
The Martinsville Police Department holds items for a set period before they may be donated or discarded. We recommend reporting your loss to them right away at (765) 342-5544 or visiting their office at 110 West Morgan Street. Getting your report in early maximizes the chance they still have it.
What if my lost pet is at the Morgan County Humane Society?
Call the humane society directly at (765) 349-9177 with a description of your pet. They can check their current animals and recent intakes. We also file a priority lost pet report that reaches them immediately, ensuring your pet is flagged in their system.
Can I report a loss that happened outside Martinsville but near it?
Yes. If you lost something in nearby areas of Morgan County or neighboring towns, let us know the specific location. We'll route your report to the appropriate local police precinct and services for that area.
How does ReportLost know to check Facebook community groups?
We monitor key local lost and found groups and community pages for mentions of found items that match your report. Once you report with us, your description is cross-checked against new posts in these groups, and you'll get an alert if a credible match appears.
What if I lost my wallet or phone on the street?
Contact the Martinsville Police Department non-emergency line at (765) 342-5544. Many finders turn in valuables to police or nearby businesses. Report with us too, so your description stays active across police records, the humane society system, and local community channels for the full 12 months.
Is ReportLost an official city service or police department?
ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates with official local channels like the Martinsville Police Department, City Hall, and the Morgan County Humane Society on your behalf. We are not part of the police or city government, but we ensure your report reaches them and stays active. You're still welcome to report to these agencies directly; we just make it simpler by handling the legwork and the ongoing search for you.
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Ready to report?
The sooner your report is filed and circulated, the sooner Martinsville's services and community can help. Once it's live, you can rest easy knowing your loss is being tracked across all the right places.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Martinsville Police Department, City of Martinsville, Morgan County Humane Society, or any other local government or private entity. We coordinate with these organizations on your behalf but do not represent them. Always contact these agencies directly if you prefer to file a report in person or need immediate assistance.