Lost something in Mount Washington? Here is where to report it.
One report reaches the Mount Washington Police Department, local found item channels, and active community groups. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found posts and alerts.
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
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter for a real search.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Mount Washington Police Department's lost and found records, community Facebook groups, and other local channels where your item is most likely to turn up.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For the full 12 months, your report stays active and cross-checks new found items, posts, and community alerts. You don't have to search daily—we do the matching for you.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Mount Washington
Understand your options and how ReportLost connects them all.
Mount Washington Police Department
The local police keep records of lost and found property and can document your report officially. We handle filing the report for you and ensure it reaches the right desk.
Mount Washington City Hall
City Hall can direct you to local resources and sometimes has information about items found in public areas. We know which city offices handle lost property and route your report accordingly.
Local Transit
If you lost something on a bus, Lextran (the regional transit provider) maintains a lost and found. Describe the route and bus number when calling. We'll help you identify what information to provide.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Mount Washington, alert local animal control and shelters immediately. The faster the report, the better the chance of reunion. File a priority lost pet report
East Bullitt Animal Clinic (502) 904-9800|Bullitt County Animal Control (502) 543-8686
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Start Your Search Today
The sooner you file a report, the sooner it spreads to local authorities and community channels. Once submitted, your report will stay active and match against new found items for months, while you move forward.
Report my lost item →Lose something in Mount Washington and you're suddenly juggling calls to the police department, checks of community Facebook groups, visits to local shops and parking areas. Each channel keeps its own records, and if no one has turned in your item yet, you're left refreshing posts every day hoping someone finds it.
ReportLost takes that burden off you. File once, and we route your report to every place it needs to go, plus we keep your report active and searching for months afterward. That way, if your wallet, ring, or keys show up a week from now at a local business or in a community group, you'll get an alert instead of missing it.
Common Places Items Go Missing in Mount Washington
Lost something in one of these spots? Your report reaches them all.
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, parking lots, and local businesses see the most foot traffic and found items.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Items left at picnic areas, playgrounds, and outdoor gathering spots are often turned in to city parks staff.
Transit Stops & Bus Routes
Wallets and phones frequently end up on Lextran buses or at bus shelters throughout the area.
Local Schools & Community Centers
Backpacks, keys, and personal items are found at Gardner Way and other community gathering spots.
Community Groups Where Items Turn Up
Mount Washington residents actively post found items in these spaces. Your report reaches them.
Active Facebook group for lost and found animals in the area
Community information and lost & found posts for residents
General Mount Washington community pages where residents post found items
Questions About Lost Items in Mount Washington
What should I do immediately after losing something in Mount Washington?
Contact the Mount Washington Police Department at (502) 538-8143 to file an official lost property report. If you lost a pet, contact Bullitt County Animal Control at (502) 543-8686 right away. Then, post in local Facebook groups like Mt Washington Lost & Found Pets or My Mount Washington, My Community to alert neighbors quickly.
How long does the Mount Washington Police Department keep lost and found items?
Most police departments hold unclaimed items for 30 to 90 days before disposal. Contact Mount Washington Police directly at (502) 538-8143 to confirm current holding periods and check if your item has been turned in.
What if I lost something on a Lextran bus?
Call Lextran's customer service at (859) 253-4636 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, or 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. Have your bus route number and driver name ready if you know it. Items are typically held for a limited time, so call promptly.
Are there local animal shelters I should contact for a lost pet?
Yes. Contact Bullitt County Animal Control and Shelter at (502) 543-8686, and alert East Bullitt Animal Clinic at (502) 904-9800. Both receive lost pets and can help identify yours if it's brought in. HOPE for Pets at (502) 955-3586 is another local resource.
How does ReportLost work differently than calling the police myself?
ReportLost files your report with the Mount Washington Police Department and posts it to local community groups and search channels all at once, so you don't have to make multiple calls. Most importantly, your report stays active for 12 months, continuously matching against new found items and alerts, so you don't have to refresh community pages every day.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service. We are not affiliated with the Mount Washington Police Department or the city government. However, we work with official channels to file your report properly and ensure it reaches the right authorities and community networks.
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Your lost item is out there, and someone nearby might have found it. File a report now and let it work for you across Mount Washington's police records, community groups, and local channels for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Mount Washington Police Department, the City of Mount Washington, Bullitt County Animal Control, or any other government or private entity mentioned on this page. We help coordinate your report to these channels, but we do not represent them, and they do not endorse ReportLost. For official inquiries, contact the relevant agencies directly.