Lose something in Independence? Here is who to contact.
One report routes to the Independence Police Department, Kenton County Animal Services, relevant lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report keeps searching for a match.
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 Independence
You describe your loss
Tell us what went missing, where, and when. We collect just the details you need to file with local authorities and post to community channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Independence Police Department, the appropriate lost and found offices, and spreads across local Facebook groups and Nextdoor. No more guessing which desk to call.
Your report stays active and keeps matching
While you go about your day, your report continues to search for a match across new found item posts and community announcements for 12 months. We alert you the moment a credible match surfaces, so you don't have to check every group and listing yourself.
Where to report a lost item in Independence
Official channels and community spaces that receive and list found items.
Independence Police Department
The city police handle lost and found reports and can file an official record. They also monitor community reports in their patrol area. We'll tell you which precinct covers your loss location and provide the exact contact details and hours.
Kenton County Police Department
Covering a wider area that includes Independence, Kenton County Police also maintains a lost and found database. If your item was lost in an unincorporated part of the county or near county lines, they're the right contact. We identify which jurisdiction covers your specific location.
City Hall
Independence City Hall can direct you to the right department or provide information on specific lost and found procedures. We guide you to the exact office and have the current hours on file.
Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
If you lost something while traveling through CVG, the airport's Lost and Found office near baggage claim is your first stop. Items held in common areas can typically be picked up within a set window. We generate the exact info to include when you report a loss at the terminal.
Lost or missing pet
Kenton County Animal Services, located in nearby Covington, takes lost pet reports and shelters found animals. Staff can check intakes and file your pet's information into their system. Hours vary by day, so confirm before you go. If your pet is lost, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost and we'll amplify it across local animal rescue networks.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we can search.
Filing right away improves your chances of recovery. Once your report is in the system, our team takes it from there, staying on the lookout across Independence and the broader Kenton County area for months.
Report my lost item →Independence sits at a crossroads of Kenton County, and losing something here means navigating separate police offices, city services, and scattered community posts. Whether it's a wallet lost on Madison Pike, keys left at a local shop, or a pet that wandered off, the typical path involves multiple phone calls and hoping someone posts what they found before it disappears.
ReportLost cuts through that friction. Submit once, and we handle routing your report to the Independence Police Department, Kenton County services, and active local networks. Better yet, your report doesn't go dormant after a day or two, it stays live and keeps matching against new found postings for the duration of your search. That means you can exhale after filing, not spend weeks manually refreshing Facebook and calling around town.
Common places where items are lost in Independence
These neighborhoods and commercial zones see frequent reports. We route your report to the right authorities in each area.
Madison Pike corridor
The main commercial and civic spine through Independence, including shops, offices, and City Hall. High foot traffic and varied business types mean frequent lost items.
Retail and shopping districts
Shopping centers and standalone stores along major roads where items are commonly left at checkout, in parking lots, or inside stores.
Parks and recreational areas
Outdoor spaces throughout Independence where wallets, phones, and other personal items are lost during leisure activities.
Neighborhoods and residential streets
Items lost during daily routines, yard work, or neighborhood walks often end up with neighbors or local community members who check social posts for owners.
Community groups watching for lost items
Independence residents share found items and lost pet alerts in these active spaces. We post your report to the right groups automatically.
Facebook group covering Boone, Kenton, Campbell, and neighboring counties
Dedicated pet-specific group for the tri-city area
Another active pet recovery network for the broader region
Neighborhood-level posts where locals often flag found items and coordinate returns
Various Independence and Kenton County groups where residents share lost and found posts
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Independence
How long do police keep lost and found items?
The Independence Police Department and Kenton County Police maintain lost and found records, but holding periods vary. Contact them directly at 859-356-2697 (Independence) or 859-392-1940 (Kenton County) to ask about the retention timeline for your specific item.
Can I file a lost item report online?
The Independence Police Department accepts reports by phone during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or non-emergency 24/7 at 859-356-3191). Kenton County Police can be reached at 859-392-1940. ReportLost streamlines this by handling the submission and routing for you.
Where should I look for a lost item in Independence first?
Start with the business or location where you last had it, call the non-emergency police lines to ask if anything matching your description has been turned in, and post in local Facebook groups and Nextdoor. ReportLost does these steps simultaneously across multiple channels.
What if I lost something at CVG Airport?
Contact the CVG Lost and Found office directly, located near baggage claim. You can also call or visit the airport's website to file a report. Items in common areas are held for a set period before being donated.
How do I report a lost pet in Independence?
Call Kenton County Animal Services at 859-356-7400 (Tuesday–Friday, noon to 6 p.m., Saturday–Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to file a lost pet report. They maintain a database and can check new intakes. Posting to local pet recovery Facebook groups is also crucial. With ReportLost, we file and amplify your lost pet report simultaneously.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We are not affiliated with the Independence Police Department, Kenton County, or any government body. What we do is take your report, submit it to the right authorities and community networks on your behalf, and keep your report active and matching for 12 months so you don't have to manually check every day.
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The first hours matter, but the months after matter more. Once you file with ReportLost, your report works for you continuously, routing to Independence Police, local services, and community groups, and matching against new found items for months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Independence, Kenton County Police Department, Kenton County Animal Services, Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky International Airport, or any government or municipal agency. We work alongside official channels to route your report and amplify your search, but we do not replace direct contact with these entities. Always verify current contact information and hours with official sources.