Lost an item in Lawrence? Report it and let us find it for you.
One report connects you with the Lawrence Police Department, Lawrence Transit, KU Police, and local community channels. We then monitor the web continuously 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
Across the United States
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- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We handle the details that matter to each local agency.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Lawrence Police Department, Lawrence Transit, KU Police, and any other relevant local channel. No more guessing who to call.
Automated web monitoring finds matches
We scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplaces, and local posts for months. The moment a matching found item appears, you get an alert. You stay informed without the daily searching.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Lawrence
Each agency below holds items found in their area. ReportLost notifies them on your behalf, but you can also reach out directly.
Lawrence Police Department
Items found in public spaces or handed to police officers are logged here. The Lawrence Police main line can direct you to the right desk, and we route your report to them as part of our process.
Lawrence Transit Lost & Found
Left something on a Lawrence Transit bus? Lawrence Transit maintains a lost and found for items recovered on their routes. We notify them automatically with your description and location details.
KU Police Lost & Found
If you lost something on or near the University of Kansas campus, KU Police maintains a central lost and found with set pick-up hours. We include your report in our notification sweep to the university.
City Hall & Municipal Services
Lost something at a city facility or public office? City Hall keeps track of items turned in to various departments. Reaching out to the main city office can help identify where your item may be held.
Lost Pet?
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in the Lawrence area, Lawrence Humane's Pet Resource Center maintains a found pet list and can help search. The community is very engaged in pet recovery here. To get specialized support and persistent monitoring, file a priority lost pet report.
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Getting ahead makes a real difference
The sooner you report a loss, the better. Reporting immediately ensures that agencies begin logging your item right away, and our monitoring system can start scanning for matches across local channels. Once your report is in, you can take a breath, you're handled.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Lawrence can feel isolating, especially when lost items disappear into separate systems: the police department, transit services, the university, community groups. Tracking down the right place to call, figuring out what information to provide, and then checking back repeatedly drains time and hope.
ReportLost simplifies this by connecting your report to all the places that matter in Lawrence at once, and then doing the ongoing monitoring for you. Once your item is reported, our system watches the web continuously across local social channels, buy-sell groups, and community forums. When a matching found item surfaces, you'll know immediately, without exhausting yourself with daily searches.
Common places where Lawrence residents lose items
Knowing where you lost something helps us route your report more precisely.
Downtown Lawrence & Massachusetts Street
Shops, restaurants, and pedestrian areas where wallets, keys, and phones go missing.
KU Campus
Libraries, dormitories, dining halls, and academic buildings where students frequently lose items.
Lawrence Transit bus routes
Items left on buses are logged by Lawrence Transit; quick reporting increases the chance of recovery.
South Lawrence & commercial areas
Shopping centers, offices, and parking areas where items are inadvertently left behind.
Parks and recreational spaces
Items left at Lawrence parks, trails, and outdoor gathering spots often end up with animal control or the city.
Lawrence community channels
The local online community is quick to help. We monitor these as part of your report.
Facebook group for lost items in Lawrence and surrounding areas
Active Facebook group for lost and found animals in Lawrence
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost pets with their owners
Reddit community where residents post about lost items and coordinate local help
Neighborhood-level posts from Lawrence residents about found and lost items
Frequently asked questions
How long does a police department or transit agency hold a lost item?
Policies vary. Lawrence Police typically hold items for a period before disposal; Lawrence Transit has similar retention. ReportLost monitors both continuously so that even if you don't ask in person right away, we're tracking your item across both systems. Check directly with the Lawrence Police or Lawrence Transit for their specific retention schedules.
Where do I pick up my lost item if it's found?
If your item is recovered by Lawrence Police, you'll pick it up at their main station (5100 Overland Drive). For Lawrence Transit items, contact Lawrence Transit at (785) 864-4644 to arrange pickup. If it's at KU, contact KU Police. We'll alert you immediately when a match is found and can provide you with the exact pickup location and hours.
What if I lost something at KU but I'm not a student?
KU Police Lost & Found accepts reports from community members who lost items on or near campus. Call (785) 864-5900 or email lostandfound@ku.edu. ReportLost will include KU in your notification sweep regardless of your affiliation with the university.
Do I have to search Facebook groups and Nextdoor myself?
No, that's the point. Our automated monitoring scans these channels and others constantly for months after you report. The moment a credible match appears, you're notified directly. You don't have to spend your evenings scrolling through posts.
How long does ReportLost monitor for my item?
We monitor for 12 months depending on the nature of the item, scanning local social channels, marketplaces, and community posts continuously. If a matching post surfaces at any point in that window, you'll be alerted.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or affiliated with the Lawrence Police?
No, ReportLost is an independent service. We are not part of the Lawrence Police Department, Lawrence Transit, or the City of Lawrence. We partner with these agencies by routing your report to them directly and ensuring they're aware of what you've lost. The police and transit agencies handle the actual recovery and holding of items; we amplify your report and provide ongoing monitoring that they don't otherwise offer.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you report, the sooner our monitoring system starts scanning for your item. Fill out your report now and we'll handle the routing and the ongoing search.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Lawrence Police Department, City of Lawrence, Lawrence Transit, KU Police, Lawrence Humane Society, or any other agency mentioned. We route your report to these organizations and monitor public channels on your behalf, but they are responsible for holding and returning lost items. Always verify current contact information and hours directly with each agency.