Lose something in Tell City? Report it once and let us find it for you.
One report connects your missing item to the Tell City Police Department, local businesses, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically searching for matches so you don't have to.
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
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We gather exactly the information that matters to local authorities and community networks.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Tell City Police Department, City Hall, Perry County animal services (if applicable), and local Facebook groups and community channels where people are already sharing found items.
Your report keeps searching
For the full duration of your search period, your item description stays active and cross-referenced with new posts, found-item reports, and community alerts. You get notified when a credible match appears, no daily checking required.
Where things go when they're lost in Tell City
What to do and who to contact
Tell City Police Department
The Police Department accepts reports for lost and found items at their office on Mozart Street. They maintain records and can connect you with items turned in by the community. We tell you exactly which report to file and provide the right contact to confirm your item's status.
Tell City Hall
City Hall serves as a central point for community information and can direct you to the appropriate department. The main office can advise where items left in public spaces or city facilities may have been taken. We help you know which office to call and what details to provide.
Local shops and businesses
Wallets, phones, and personal items are often turned in to the places where they're lost: restaurants, retail stores, and offices along Main Street and surrounding neighborhoods. The sooner you retrace your steps and ask, the better your chances.
Lost or found pets
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, Perry County animal services and local shelters are your first call. Community members also share found pets on social media. For faster results and ongoing monitoring, file a priority lost pet report.
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Report your loss now
The sooner you get your item into the system, the sooner Tell City's network starts searching. Once your report is filed, the rest is on us. You can get back to your day while your report works for you across all the right channels.
Report my lost item →Tell City residents know how quickly a lost wallet, phone, or beloved pet can slip away in everyday places. Between the Police Department on Mozart Street, City Hall, local shops, Perry County animal services, and scattered social media groups, finding where your item actually went is half the battle. Each place operates independently, and there's no single channel that covers them all.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. File one report and we deliver it to the right Tell City authorities, community networks, and lost-pet channels. Then your report stays active for months, continuously matching against new found-item posts and alerts so you can breathe easier while we keep searching on your behalf.
Common places people lose things in Tell City
Neighborhoods and landmarks worth checking first
Downtown and Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and the heart of Tell City's business district. Wallets and phones are frequently turned in to store staff here.
City Hall Park and surrounding blocks
Public spaces near 700 Main Street where items are sometimes found and reported to city staff.
Mozart Street area
Home to the Police Department and nearby civic facilities. Items found in this vicinity are often brought directly to the station.
Residential neighborhoods
If you lost something while walking or running errands, neighbors on your block may have spotted it and posted to local Facebook groups.
Perry County areas
Items lost outside the immediate city limits may be reported to Perry County Sheriff's Office or local community channels.
Community networks where lost items show up
Check these groups and stay connected
Active Facebook community where residents post found items and lost pet alerts
General community group that sometimes includes lost-and-found posts and local alerts
Neighborhood app where locals report found items and help neighbors locate missing belongings
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Tell City Police Department keep lost and found items?
Most police departments hold unclaimed items for 30 to 90 days before they are discarded or auctioned. It's important to contact them quickly. However, your ReportLost report stays active for up to 12 months, so even if an item sits somewhere unnoticed for a while, we keep cross-checking community posts and found-item reports in case it surfaces later.
Where should I look first if I lose my phone or wallet in Tell City?
Retrace your steps and check the places you visited: shops, restaurants, workplaces, and City Hall if you were there. Call ahead or visit in person. Then file a police report with the Tell City Police Department to create an official record. Your ReportLost report amplifies this by notifying all the right channels at once.
How do I file a lost pet report in Tell City?
Contact Perry County animal services and local shelters immediately. Post on the Perry County Indiana Lost and Found Facebook group and other community networks. Microchipped pets have a better chance of being reunited. For the fastest ongoing search, use our dedicated lost pet reporting system.
Do businesses on Main Street have a central lost and found?
No single lost and found covers all of Tell City's shops and restaurants. Each business keeps its own. This is why checking in person or calling each location is important, and why a centralized report through ReportLost helps reach multiple channels at once.
What should I include when reporting something lost to the Police Department?
Provide a detailed description (color, size, distinguishing marks), where and when you lost it, and the best way to contact you. Be specific about locations so they know which officers or businesses to contact. Our report form helps you organize all this information so you're ready when you call or visit 707 Mozart Street.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels, not a replacement for them. We're not affiliated with the Tell City Police Department, City Hall, or any government agency. What we do is take your report and make sure it reaches the right local authorities, community groups, and monitoring networks so you don't have to contact each one yourself. You're always free to report directly to police as well.
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Ready to find your lost item?
Every hour counts, but so does having a plan that works for you. Start your report now and let Tell City's network spring into action. Once you've filed, you can focus on other things while your report stays active, searching for a match.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Tell City Police Department, City of Tell City, Perry County Sheriff's Office, or any government or law enforcement agency. We connect your report to official channels and community networks; we do not conduct investigations or law enforcement activities. All information about police procedures, shelter hours, and agency contact details is provided for reference and subject to change. Verify directly with local authorities for the most current information.