Report a lost item in Stanford, Kentucky
Contact the Stanford Police Department directly, check with local businesses and public spaces, or use ReportLost to publish your report for free or add automatic or manual search.
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
No report has been filed in Stanford yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Report to local authorities
Call the Stanford Police Department at (606) 365-4525 to file a report. They maintain a lost and found for items turned in to the department. You can also contact the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office at (606) 365-2696 if your item was lost in a wider area.
Publish a free public report
Create a free listing on ReportLost that anyone can find when searching for lost items. Your report stays live indefinitely and costs nothing to publish.
Add automatic or manual search
Upgrade to Automatic Search ($12) for six months of web monitoring and a QR code linked to your report, or Team-Assisted Search ($25) to have our team contact local services, check with businesses, and share your report in community groups.
Where to report and search
Use these official local contacts to file a report and check for your item.
Stanford Police Department
The police department maintains a lost and found for items brought in by the public or officers. Call to describe your item and ask if it has been turned in.
Call (606) 365-4525|305 East Main Street, Stanford, KY 40484
City Hall and municipal services
The City of Stanford main office can help direct your inquiry or provide information about lost and found procedures for city facilities.
Call (606) 365-4500|403 East Main Street, Stanford, KY 40484
Lost pets
If you have lost a pet, contact local animal control and check with shelters in Lincoln County. Post on pet-specific community groups and call around to local veterinary offices.
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Ready to file your report?
Publish your lost item report for free on ReportLost, or explore search options to extend your reach and have our team assist with local outreach.
Create a report →Stanford is a small city in Lincoln County, Kentucky. If you have lost an item, your first step is to contact the Stanford Police Department or Lincoln County Sheriff's Office directly. Many lost items turn up with local businesses, public facilities, and law enforcement.
ReportLost complements these direct efforts by publishing your report online for free and optionally providing automated web search or manual outreach to local contacts over an extended period. We are an independent service and do not replace official channels.
Common places to check in Stanford
Retrace your steps at these central locations.
Downtown Stanford
The historic downtown area along Main Street includes city hall, local shops, and public gathering spaces where items are often turned in.
Stanford Police Department and City Hall
Both offices are located on East Main Street and are logical places for the public to turn in found items.
Connect with the community
Local groups where people share information about lost items and pets.
Facebook group for lost and found items in the Stanford area
Search for Stanford, Kentucky community groups to post about your lost item
Frequently asked questions
How long do police departments keep lost and found items?
Retention periods vary by department. Call the Stanford Police Department at (606) 365-4525 to ask about their specific policy. Generally, items are held for a period of weeks to months before disposal, so it is important to check soon after your loss.
Should I file a police report if I lost my wallet or ID?
Contact the Stanford Police Department to report a lost wallet or ID. They can note the loss in their system and guide you through any additional steps for lost identification documents. You may also need to contact your bank or the issuing agency for identity documents.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform that publishes lost item reports and offers optional paid search services. It does not replace contacting local police, businesses, or other official channels.
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Post your lost item report
Start with a free public listing visible to anyone searching for lost items. If you want to extend your search, compare automatic web monitoring and team-assisted local outreach options.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Stanford Police Department, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, City of Stanford, or any other official agency. Publishing a report on ReportLost does not constitute filing an official police report.