Lost something in Richmond? Here are the offices that take your report.
One simple report routes your loss to the Richmond Police Department, City of Richmond, local businesses and community channels, then keeps searching automatically.
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
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We handle the rest, so you don't have to chase down five different offices or post manually on every community page.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to Richmond Police, City Hall, local lost and found offices, and relevant community channels. We know who to contact, what to file, and how to frame it for the fastest response.
Your report stays active and searching
For your entire search period (12 months), your report keeps matching against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears. No daily checking required.
Where your loss gets reported
These are the official channels and offices we notify. You can also reach them directly if you prefer.
Richmond Police Department
The RPD handles reports for items lost or found in the city. Call their non-emergency line to file a loss report, or visit in person at 50 N. 5th Street. We identify which division covers your loss location and make sure your report is filed in the right place.
City of Richmond
The City manages found items in public spaces and can coordinate with local businesses. City Hall staff can also help direct you to specific department lost and found offices. We know the exact department and contact to use for your situation.
Local businesses and public spaces
Hotels, shops, restaurants, parks, and entertainment venues in Richmond often keep items found on their premises. We help you identify which business is most relevant and provide the exact contact information and details they need from you to search their lost and found.
Lost and found pets
If you've lost a pet, reach out to local animal rescues and the Richmond area pet networks immediately. Check with 2nd Chance Animal Rescue and post in community pet groups. We help you craft the right description and alert the right rescues, and your report stays active to match against found animals for months. File a priority lost pet report
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Start searching now
The sooner you file a report, the sooner we can route it to Richmond offices and get your description in front of finders and community channels. Once filed, your report works for you automatically every day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Richmond means navigating separate systems: the police, the city, local businesses, community Facebook groups, and pet rescues all operate independently. Finding your item feels like piecing together clues from a dozen places at once.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report, filed once, reaches every relevant Richmond office and channel all at once. Then your report stays live, matching fresh found items and posts as they come in, for months. You report. We route. Your item keeps getting found.
Common places to lose things in Richmond
If you remember where you lost your item, that helps narrow the search.
Downtown Richmond
The heart of the city around 5th Street, where shops, restaurants, and the city government offices are clustered. Items lost in downtown are often turned in to nearby businesses or the police.
Reid Memorial Hospital area
A major local landmark where people lose items in parking lots, waiting areas, and public spaces. Hospital lost and found offices often hold items for 30 days or more.
Earlham College campus
The historic college grounds and surrounding neighborhood. Campus security, college offices, and community boards are good resources for items lost on or near the campus.
Parks and outdoor recreation
Richmond's parks and public grounds are common places to lose items. City Parks and Recreation, as well as local community Facebook groups, track found items from these areas.
Shopping and commercial areas
Retail districts and shopping centers where items are frequently turned in to management offices or individual store staff.
Richmond community channels
Lost and found items are often reported here first. We post your report to the right channels and keep monitoring for matches.
Active Facebook group for pet losses in the Richmond area
Community pet network coordinating rescues and found animals
Richmond subreddit with lost and found discussions
Neighborhood-by-neighborhood alerts and local found items
Frequently asked questions
What should I do immediately after losing something?
Act quickly. Contact the police non-emergency line at (765) 983-7247 to file a report, then reach out to specific businesses or places where you lost the item. ReportLost does this routing for you and ensures your description is filed correctly the first time.
How long do police and businesses keep found items?
Richmond Police typically hold found items for 30 days before disposal or donation. Local businesses vary, but many keep items for 30 to 90 days. It's crucial to report quickly and check back within this window. Our active reporting ensures you're contacted immediately if a match appears.
Do I need to visit the police station in person?
You can file a report by phone at (765) 983-7247 (non-emergency) or visit 50 N. 5th Street during business hours. ReportLost handles the filing and follow-up, so you don't have to make multiple trips.
What if I lost a pet?
Contact 2nd Chance Animal Rescue and local Richmond pet groups immediately. Post on Richmond Indiana's Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and check animal shelter intakes daily. File a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to keep your pet's description active in community searches for months.
Can ReportLost help even if my item isn't in Richmond proper?
ReportLost works best for items lost in Richmond itself, but we can help with nearby areas depending on what you lost. Contact us with details about your loss location.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the Richmond Police Department or City government. We don't replace official police reports, we complement them. We route your loss to the right official channels and keep your report actively searching via community networks and marketplace monitoring. For stolen items or official documentation, you may still file a police report directly.
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File your report today
Richmond has a strong community of finders and community groups ready to help. Getting your loss on their radar quickly, and keeping it there for months, makes all the difference.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Richmond Police Department, City of Richmond, 2nd Chance Animal Rescue, Earlham College, or any other entity named above. We work with these official channels to route your report and coordinate with community resources, but we are a separate organization. Always file an official police report for stolen items or if you need legal documentation.