Lost something in Merriam? Report it and keep searching.
One report and we route it to the Merriam Police Department, the Great Plains SPCA (for pets), relevant local lost & found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, so you don't have to check back yourself 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 Merriam
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details that matter most: a description, location details, and how to reach you. No back-and-forth with multiple agencies.
We route it to the right places
We submit your report to the Merriam Police Department, local lost & found offices, community groups, and social channels. We handle the legwork so you don't have to chase down phone numbers or email addresses yourself.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period (12 months), your report stays active and continues to cross-reference new found posts, marketplace listings, and community alerts. The moment a credible match surfaces, you'll get an alert, and we'll connect you with the right person or place.
Where to report a lost item in Merriam
Here's what each channel does, and how ReportLost saves you the legwork.
Merriam Police Department
The Merriam Police handles lost & found reports, especially for items found by officers or turned in by residents. You can walk in during business hours or call their non-emergency line. We tell you which contact method works best for your situation and generate the exact info to include in your report.
Police Department|Non-emergency dispatch: 913-782-0720|Address: 9010 W. 62nd St, Merriam, KS 66202
Great Plains SPCA (Lost Pet Center)
If you've lost a cat or dog, the Great Plains SPCA's dedicated Lost Pet Center in Merriam is your most direct channel. They maintain an active database of stray intakes, can scan a found pet for a microchip, and circulate your lost pet description to their network. For faster response, call their admissions line. We'll help you file a priority lost pet report that goes directly to them and boosts visibility across local pet networks.
Great Plains SPCA Lost Pet Center|Admissions: 913-808-3347|Address: 5428 Antioch Dr, Merriam, KS 66202|Hours: Mon (by appt) 11am–6pm, Tues–Sun 11am–7pm
City of Merriam Administration
The City Hall main line can point you to the right department or person if your lost item was found at a city facility, park, or public building. You can also file a general report through their online system. We point you to the right desk and provide the contact info you need.
City of Merriam Contact|Main line: 913-322-5500|Address: 9001 W. 62nd St, Merriam, KS 66202|Hours: Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm
Local lost & found and community groups
Johnson County and Merriam residents actively post found items on Facebook lost & found groups and Nextdoor. These groups move fast, and someone may have already spotted your lost item. We post your report to the right communities so you don't have to manually cross-post.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you get your report active, the sooner it starts working for you across all channels. Fill out your report now, and we'll handle routing it to the Merriam Police, the SPCA, local groups, and community pages.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, phone, ring, or beloved pet in Merriam means calling the police non-emergency line, checking social media groups, visiting the SPCA in person, and then refreshing those same sites every few days, hoping something sticks. The local lost & found system works, but it's fragmented, and staying on top of it falls entirely on you.
ReportLost simplifies that. You file one report with us, and we immediately alert the Merriam Police Department, the Great Plains SPCA, local community groups, and the channels where people actually post found items. Better yet, your report doesn't disappear after a week. It stays active and keeps matching against new found posts and alerts for months, so you can breathe easier knowing the search continues whether you're checking yourself or not.
Common places where items are lost in Merriam
These are high-traffic areas where lost & found reports come in frequently.
Downtown Merriam / 62nd Street corridor
The main commercial and civic hub. Items are often turned in to nearby shops, City Hall, or the police.
Merriam Parks & Rec areas
Wallets, phones, and jewelry commonly left at parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities. Check with Parks & Rec or the police for found items.
Antioch Drive district
Home to the Great Plains SPCA and other services. Lost pets in this area are often spotted and brought to the SPCA or posted in local groups.
Retail & shopping centers
Grocery stores, shopping plazas, and chain retailers throughout Merriam are common spots for lost wallets, purses, and personal items.
Public transportation routes
If you lost something on a local bus or transit vehicle, contact the carrier's lost & found. We'll point you to the right line and help ensure your report reaches them.
Active community channels in Merriam
Local residents and groups where found items are posted and shared.
A highly active Facebook group for lost and found pets across the Johnson County area, including Merriam.
Kansas City subreddit where residents post lost and found items and pet alerts.
Neighborhood-level social network for posting found items and asking for leads in your area.
Official city page where community alerts and found item posts are sometimes shared.
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Merriam
How long does Merriam Police keep lost items?
The Merriam Police Department holds found property, but retention periods vary by item type. We recommend calling the non-emergency line at 913-782-0720 as soon as possible to file a report and ask about the hold period for your specific item.
Can I file a lost pet report online with the Great Plains SPCA?
The SPCA accepts lost pet reports in person, by phone (913-808-3347), or through their online Lost Pet Center. Calling gets you a faster response, and you can also visit in person during their open hours (Mon by appt, Tues–Sun 11am–7pm).
What should I include in a lost item report?
A clear description (color, size, brand, any distinctive marks), where and when you lost it, and your contact info. If it's a pet, include any identifying details like breed, collar color, and microchip number if applicable. We generate the right format for each channel you report to.
How do I check if my lost item has been turned in to City Hall?
Call the main city line at 913-322-5500 and ask which department handles found items for the location where you lost it, or visit in person at 9001 W. 62nd St during business hours (Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm).
What's the fastest way to report a lost pet in Merriam?
Call the Great Plains SPCA Lost Pet Center at 913-808-3347, or visit in person at 5428 Antioch Dr. Then post to the "Lost and Found Pets Of Johnson County Kansas" Facebook group and local Nextdoor pages for maximum visibility. ReportLost handles all of this routing for you with a single report.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the Merriam Police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Merriam Police or any government agency. We don't replace the police or the SPCA, but we streamline the process of notifying all the right local channels at once and keep your report actively searching for matches over time. For urgent matters or criminal reports, always contact the Merriam Police directly at 913-782-0720 (non-emergency) or 911 (emergency).
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Once your report is filed, you've done the hardest part. We immediately alert the Merriam Police, the Great Plains SPCA, local lost & found offices, and community groups. Then your report stays active and keeps matching against new found items for your entire search period. Let us do the searching while you focus on your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the City of Merriam, Merriam Police Department, Great Plains SPCA, or any other local government or organization mentioned on this page. We route reports to these entities and share your information with them as part of our service, with your consent. Always contact local authorities directly for urgent or emergency situations.