Lost something in Mishawaka? Here are the offices that take your report.
File once, and we connect your loss to the Mishawaka Police Department, local transit services, South Bend International Airport, and active community channels. Your report stays active for up to a year, automatically matching against new found items.
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 file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most and prepare them for the right authorities and community channels in Mishawaka.
We route it everywhere
Your report goes to the Mishawaka Police Department, Transpo bus services, airport lost and found if relevant, animal control for pets, and local social groups. No need to make five separate calls.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and keeps matching against newly posted found items on community boards, marketplace listings, and local channels. You get alerts when a credible match appears, so you're not refreshing pages every day.
Where your item might be
The main places that hold found items in Mishawaka and how to reach them
Mishawaka Police Department
Items turned in to police are logged and held for a set period. We identify which precinct or division covers your loss location and prepare the exact details for your report.
Transpo Lost & Found
Left something on a Transpo bus in Mishawaka? The transit system holds found items and maintains its own lost and found desk. We make sure your report reaches the right Transpo department so they can check their inventory.
South Bend International Airport
If your loss happened at the airport, items are held by TSA or airport operations for 30 days. We flag your report for the airport information office and TSA channels so they know to look for it.
City Hall & Public Spaces
Lost something at a municipal building, park, or public event in Mishawaka? City Hall can direct you to the right department. We include City Hall in our reporting network so all bases are covered.
Lost Pet Reports
Missing a dog, cat, or other pet in Mishawaka or St. Joseph County? The Humane Society of St. Joseph County and local animal control maintain lost pet databases and can help reunite you with your companion. File a priority lost pet report through us for fastest coverage.
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Report your loss today
The sooner your item is logged, the sooner the network begins working to find it. Once you file, the hard work of contacting departments and posting to community channels happens automatically. You move on with your day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Mishawaka throws you into a fragmented search. The police take reports one way, Transpo bus services maintain their own lost and found, South Bend International Airport handles airport losses separately, and community channels scatter across Facebook, Nextdoor, and local shelters. Most people end up calling multiple places, uploading the same photo and description again and again, then checking social media daily for weeks.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report covers all the bases: we notify the Mishawaka Police Department's records division, alert Transpo's lost and found team, flag the airport if your item went missing there, and broadcast to the right community groups. Best part, your report doesn't expire when you file it. It stays active for 12 months, continuously matching against new found items as they're reported, alerting you the moment a credible match surfaces. You can breathe easy knowing the search is working for you around the clock.
Common loss hotspots in Mishawaka
Where people most often misplace items
Downtown & Lincoln Way
Shopping districts and main thoroughfare where wallets, phones, and bags disappear in retail stores and transit stops.
Transpo Bus Routes
Items left on buses are common; Transpo's lost and found is the first place to check if you rode the system.
South Bend International Airport
Security checkpoints, terminals, and baggage areas where travel essentials get left behind.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Outdoor spaces where items slip out of bags or get forgotten on benches.
Community channels keeping an eye out
Active local groups where found items are posted
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the Mishawaka area
Facebook community helping reunite lost pets with owners
Reddit community discussing local lost and found
Neighborhood posts about found items and community alerts
Common questions
How long does Mishawaka Police Department hold items?
There is no single public holding period posted. We recommend asking when you file your report at (574) 258-1678. Once lodged, your ReportLost report keeps searching for up to 12 months, so you're covered regardless of the police department's storage timeline.
Does Transpo bus keep found items very long?
Contact Transpo's lost and found directly at 574-233-2131 during their hours (7 am to 6 pm, Monday–Friday) to ask about hold periods. We'll include your report in their system so they're alerted from day one.
What if I lost something at South Bend International Airport?
The airport information office holds items for 30 days. Contact the airport at flysbn.com or call during business hours. Report through us to ensure the airport's lost and found team is aware of your loss.
How do I claim a found pet?
Contact the Humane Society of St. Joseph County at 574-255-4726. They coordinate lost pet reports across Mishawaka and the county. Filing a priority lost pet report through ReportLost gets you added to their active search network instantly.
Can ReportLost guarantee my item will be found?
We can't promise recovery, but we make sure your report reaches every relevant channel (police, transit, airport, animal control, community groups) and stays active for months. The wider the net, the better the odds.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No. We're an independent service that works alongside official city and county services, not on behalf of them. We notify the Mishawaka Police Department, Transpo, and other authorities that you've filed a report and what you're looking for, so they can assist. We don't replace calling them, but we make sure they're in the loop and your search continues even after you stop looking.
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Take the next step
Your lost item isn't gone forever. File your report now, and let the network start working for you. Mishawaka's police, transit, airport, and community channels will be notified. Your report stays active, searching for a match every single day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Mishawaka, Mishawaka Police Department, Transpo, South Bend International Airport, the Humane Society of St. Joseph County, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We notify these organizations on your behalf, but they operate independently. Always contact them directly if you need immediate assistance or have specific questions about their procedures.