Lost something in Yorktown? File a report and we'll route it to the right places.
One report connects your loss to the Yorktown Police Department, Town Hall, local animal services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching against new found item posts and announcements 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 ReportLost works in Yorktown
You tell us what you lost
Share details about your item, where you lost it in Yorktown, and how to contact you. We generate the exact information needed for each local channel.
We notify the right places
Your report gets routed to Yorktown Police, Town Hall, relevant businesses, animal control if needed, and local community channels. We handle the legwork so you don't have to.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continuously matches against new found item posts, community announcements, and marketplace listings. You'll get an alert the moment we find a credible lead.
Where items turn up in Yorktown
Local services and channels that hold or share found items
Yorktown Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found for items turned in by residents and officers. Items are held for a set period before being disposed of. We tell you exactly which officer to contact and what info to provide.
Town of Yorktown Administration
Items left at town facilities, parks, or community events are sometimes logged at Town Hall. They can also advise where specific items are likely to have been turned in. We generate the message you need to send.
Local Shops & Businesses
Many retailers, restaurants, and service businesses in Yorktown keep found items at the front desk for a few days or weeks. We point you toward the right establishment and suggest what to ask for.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog in Yorktown, time matters. Porter County Animal Shelter and local animal control respond to lost pet reports and work with community members to reunite animals with their owners. file a priority lost pet report
Community & Social Channels
Yorktown residents and neighbors share found items on Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and local community pages. Your report gets posted where locals will see it, and we monitor new posts for matches to your description.
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Ready to file your report?
The sooner you get your loss into the system, the sooner our team can connect you with the right channels and begin the active search. Once your report is filed, you can take a breath, the search is underway.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Yorktown puts you in a tough spot. Found items scatter across different systems, town services, local Facebook groups, and community members, and there's no single place that ties them all together. You're left making calls, posting in multiple places, and checking back constantly.
ReportLost simplifies the search. File one report, and we take it from there, notifying the Yorktown Police Department, Town Hall, animal control, and community channels all at once. Then your report stays active for months, automatically looking for your item so you can stop searching manually and move forward.
Common places Yorktown residents lose items
Include these in your report for faster results
Downtown Yorktown
Shops, restaurants, and town offices along Main Street are frequent loss points. Staff often hold items at registers or customer service.
Town Parks & Recreation Areas
Walkers, joggers, and families at local parks sometimes leave items behind. Parks staff or nearby residents often find and report them.
Smith Street Corridor
The main thoroughfare through town, including Town Hall and nearby services. Items are sometimes turned in to nearby businesses.
Residential & Neighborhood Streets
Found items in residential areas are often posted to neighborhood Facebook groups or held by kind neighbors waiting for the owner to show up.
Yorktown community channels
Where locals post found items and help each other
Town of Yorktown official page and local community groups
Neighborhood-level posts about found items and lost goods
Active group for lost and found pets covering the Yorktown, Daleville, and Muncie area
Questions about lost items in Yorktown
How long does the Yorktown Police Department hold lost items?
The Police Department keeps found items for a set holding period before disposal. Contact them at (765) 759-7760 (Monday–Friday) to check on an item, or report your loss. We can help you with the exact wording when you file your report.
What should I include when I call Yorktown Police about a lost item?
Describe the item (color, size, brand, any unique marks), where and when you lost it, your contact information, and whether it has sentimental or financial value. Our report form helps you gather this info, and we make sure it gets to the right department.
Are there specific hours for checking lost items at Town Hall?
Town Hall is open Monday through Friday during business hours. Call (765) 759-2720 to ask if an item has been turned in, or stop by 9312 W Smith St. When you file with us, we can include these details in your report.
What if I lost a pet in Yorktown?
Call Porter County Animal Shelter immediately at (219) 465-3550 during business hours, and also file a lost pet report. We have a dedicated pet reporting process that gets your description to animal control and community pet groups faster. You can also file a priority lost pet report through our site.
How do I search for my item on Facebook or Nextdoor in Yorktown?
Search for local Yorktown lost and found groups on Facebook and check Nextdoor for your neighborhood. Our report ensures your loss gets posted to the right channels automatically, and we keep an eye on new found posts so you don't have to check back constantly.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of Yorktown Police or Town Hall. We don't replace official reporting, we simplify it. You can file a police report on your own, but we save you time by routing your information to all the right places at once and keeping your search active for months so you don't have to keep checking yourself.
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Your Yorktown lost item report is just a few steps away
Once you file, our team connects your loss to Yorktown Police, Town Hall, local businesses, and community channels. Your report stays active for 12 months, automatically searching for a match. You've done your part, now let us do ours.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Yorktown Police Department, Town of Yorktown, Porter County Animal Shelter, or any other local government or business entity. We route your report to these official channels but do not replace direct contact with them. For emergencies, always call 911.