Lost something in New Castle? Here are the offices that take your report.
File a single report and we connect you with the New Castle Police Department, Henry County Animal Shelter, local lost & found groups, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching new found items against your description.
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 ReportLost works in New Castle
You file your loss with us
Tell us what you lost, when and where in New Castle. We gather the details needed to route your report to every relevant local channel.
We notify the right places
Your report goes to the NCPD, Henry County Animal Shelter (if a pet), New Castle city services, and the most active local lost & found groups. No back-and-forth calls on your part.
Your report keeps searching
While you move forward, your report stays active and compares incoming found items against your description. The moment a credible match appears, you get alerted. Six to twelve months of hands-free searching.
Where to report in New Castle
These are your official local channels. ReportLost routes your report to all of them simultaneously.
New Castle Police Department
The NCPD accepts lost property reports and maintains a lost & found for items turned in by the public or found at crime scenes. They cover the entire New Castle jurisdiction and coordinate with the county sheriff's office. We file your report directly with them and confirm which precinct or district handles your loss location.
Police Department (765-521-6810)|Police Dispatch & Non-Emergency (765-529-4890)
New Castle City Hall
City Hall coordinates with police and can direct lost items left in public facilities or parks. Staff can clarify which city department handles your specific location (parks, recreation areas, municipal buildings). We provide you the exact info to include when you call or visit.
New Castle Public Transportation
If you lost your item on a city bus, the Public Transportation department maintains a lost & found for items left onboard or at stops. Items are typically held for a set period before being discarded or donated. We make sure your description reaches their lost & found desk and verify their holding timeline.
Lost Pet?
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing, the Henry County Animal Shelter is your central hub. They receive stray animals brought in by the public, post found pets on their Facebook group, and coordinate with local rescues. Time is critical for lost pets, so we prioritize immediate contact and leverage community networks right away. File a priority lost pet report for faster processing.
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Acting fast helps, but you're not alone
The sooner you file your report, the sooner it reaches police, city services, the animal shelter, and community groups. But even if you discover your loss a few days later, reporting it puts your signalment into motion. From that moment forward, new found items are automatically checked against your description for months. You've done your part; now let the system work.
Report my lost item →Losing something in New Castle means checking the police lost & found desk, calling the animal shelter, scrolling through multiple Facebook groups, and hoping someone posts on Nextdoor. These channels rarely talk to each other, and tracking them all daily becomes exhausting. ReportLost bridges that gap: one report reaches everyone at once, and you don't have to monitor feeds obsessively.
Most importantly, your report doesn't disappear after a week. It stays live and automatically matches new found items posted to local channels, social media, and community sites for up to a year. While the New Castle Police Department, Henry County Animal Shelter, and neighborhood groups work their usual channels, your signalment quietly searches in the background. You focus on moving on; we make sure nothing slips through the cracks.
Common loss hotspots in New Castle
Lost items often turn up in or near these neighborhoods and landmarks. Reporting with a location helps us route your signalment to the right local channels.
Downtown New Castle
The historic center around Main Street and the commercial district. High foot traffic means higher chance of recovery if posted early to local groups.
Westwood Area
Residential neighborhood where lost pets and items left in public spaces are often spotted and reported by neighbors on Nextdoor and Facebook.
South 14th Street Corridor
Shopping and commercial zone where items are frequently turned in to local businesses or found by employees at parking areas.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Open spaces where wallets, keys, and glasses are often left. City recreation staff and park-goers frequently recover items and report finds.
Community channels actively helping
New Castle residents use these groups to post found items and connect with neighbors. ReportLost automatically posts your loss to these communities.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found items in the area
Active group for missing and found animals
Neighborhood-level alerts and community responses
Reddit community where lost items and pets are sometimes posted
Frequently asked questions
How long does the New Castle Police Department hold lost items?
The NCPD typically holds lost property for 30 to 90 days before it may be discarded or donated. Check with the department directly at (765) 521-6810 to confirm the timeline for your specific item. ReportLost ensures your report reaches them immediately so they can flag your description.
What if I lost my pet? How long will the animal shelter keep it?
The Henry County Animal Shelter holds stray animals for a minimum holding period required by Indiana law, usually 5 to 7 days, though it may be longer if your pet is microchipped or if you contact them immediately. Call (765) 529-8131 right away. Filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost accelerates notification to the shelter and local rescue networks.
Can I claim an item I found at a New Castle business?
Yes. Most New Castle businesses keep found items at the front desk or customer service for 30 to 60 days. If you find something, ask the manager or owner if they can hold it and post a photo to local Facebook groups or Nextdoor so the owner can be reunited with it. ReportLost helps owners find you by alerting all these channels simultaneously.
Does ReportLost replace calling the police or the animal shelter?
No. ReportLost is independent of the NCPD, the city, and all local agencies. We're a service that routes your report to them and keeps your signalment active for 12 months, matching it against new found items posted to local channels. For immediate urgent situations, especially missing pets, call (765) 529-4890 (NCPD non-emergency) or (765) 529-8131 (animal shelter) directly while you file a ReportLost report.
What happens after I file my report with ReportLost?
Your report is routed to the New Castle Police Department, Henry County Animal Shelter (if applicable), local lost & found groups, and Nextdoor. We then monitor local community posts, social media, and found item listings for 12 months. Whenever a credible match appears, we alert you so you can follow up. You don't need to check feeds daily; your signalment is searching on your behalf.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it work with the city?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the City of New Castle, the police department, or any government agency. We work with these official channels by forwarding your report to them and maintaining active alerting on your behalf. Think of us as the connector that ensures your loss doesn't fall through the cracks while you go about your day.
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Ready to bring your item home?
Your New Castle report reaches the police, the animal shelter, city services, and community groups in one go. From then on, your signalment stays active and continues to search for a match. The work of daily checking is on us.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the City of New Castle, the New Castle Police Department, Henry County Animal Shelter, Henry County government, or any other official agency. We route reports to these entities and maintain active search alerting on your behalf, but we are a separate platform. Always contact the official organizations directly for urgent matters or to verify recovery of your item.