Lost & Found Guide

Lost something in Westwood? File a report and let us handle the search.

One clear report, routed directly to the Boyd County Sheriff's Office, local animal services, and active community networks. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found items so you don't have to check Facebook groups 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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No report has been filed in Westwood 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 7, 2026.

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How It Works

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You file your report

Tell us what you lost, when, and where in Westwood. We gather the exact details needed to reach the right local offices and community channels.

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We connect with the right places

Your report goes to Boyd County Sheriff's Office, the city, local lost pet networks, and social channels serving Westwood and surrounding areas. No need to call each one yourself.

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Your report keeps searching

For your entire search period, your report stays active and cross-referenced with new found items, community posts, and reports. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears, so the work continues even while you move forward.

Where to Report in Westwood

Local channels to contact, and how ReportLost routes your report automatically

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Boyd County Sheriff's Office

The primary law enforcement agency covering Westwood. They maintain a lost and found log and can advise on recovery options. We ensure your report reaches the right desk so they're aware of your loss.

Contact Sheriff's Office

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City of Westwood

Westwood's municipal offices may hold items turned in by residents or recovered at public locations. We identify which city contacts are relevant to your specific loss and ensure your details reach them.

City of Westwood contacts

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Public Transit (Lextran)

If you lost your item on a bus in the Lexington area serving Westwood, Lextran's lost and found has a dedicated phone line and online process. We can point you to exactly what info to provide when you call.

Lextran Lost & Found

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Blue Grass Airport (LEX)

Traveling through Lexington's airport? Items left in terminals or at security are logged and stored. We help you file the right report with their system so you don't have to guess which desk to contact.

Airport Lost & Found

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Lost Pets

If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing in Westwood, time matters. Local animal shelters including Lexington Fayette Animal Care and Control receive stray animals. We alert the right shelters and community pet networks immediately, and your report stays active for months as a continuous search.

<a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>file a priority lost pet report</strong></a>

⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.

Every minute counts, but so does lasting help.

The sooner you report a loss, the better. Once your report is filed, our team takes over routing and monitoring, so you can breathe easy knowing your case is working behind the scenes.

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Losing something in Westwood can feel isolating. The local police department, city services, and community groups all maintain separate channels, and checking each one repeatedly is exhausting. A wallet gone missing at a local store, a beloved dog that slipped away near the park, a set of keys lost at a gathering, or your phone left on a bus becomes a fragmented search across multiple systems.

ReportLost simplifies that. File once, and we route your report to Boyd County Sheriff's Office, relevant local authorities, and active Westwood community networks. Better yet, your report doesn't disappear after you file it, it stays active searching for a match for months, continuously monitoring new found items and community reports so you can focus on your life instead of refreshing Facebook every hour.

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Common Places Losses Happen in Westwood

Lost items at these locations are often turned in to the Sheriff's Office or neighboring businesses

Downtown Westwood

Shops, streets, and gathering spots where wallets, phones, and keys are frequently found and reported.

Residential neighborhoods

Pets and personal items lost near home are often spotted by neighbors or turned in to local residents.

Parks and green spaces

Dogs, rings, and outdoor gear are common finds in local parks, often held by park maintenance or reported to city services.

Ashland area (nearby)

Many Westwood residents travel to Ashland for shopping and services, where similar lost and found networks apply.

Community Networks

Active online spaces where Westwood residents post and share found items

East KY Lost and Found Pets
Facebook group covering Ashland, Westwood, and surrounding counties
r/Louisville
Reddit community with lost and found discussions
Nextdoor
Neighborhood-level posts for local found items and alerts
Local Facebook community groups
Westwood and Boyd County resident groups often share lost and found notices

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Boyd County Sheriff's Office keep found items?

Items held by law enforcement are typically kept for a limited period before disposal. We recommend filing your report immediately and asking the Sheriff's Office directly about their retention schedule for your specific item type.

What if I lost my item months ago, is it still worth reporting?

Yes. Pets and other items are sometimes found weeks or months after going missing, especially in a close-knit community like Westwood. Your report stays active for 12 months, increasing the chance of a match if your item surfaces.

Do I need to contact each service separately, or does ReportLost do it for me?

ReportLost does the routing. You file one report with us, and we ensure the relevant Boyd County Sheriff's Office desk, city contacts, and community networks are notified. You don't have to make individual calls to each agency.

What information should I include in my report?

Be as specific as possible: describe the item (color, brand, distinctive marks), note the exact date and location of loss, and include any serial numbers or identifying details. We help you format this for the right agencies.

How do I search for my lost pet in local shelters?

Contact Lexington Fayette Animal Care and Control at (859) 255-9033 x233 or visit in person. We also alert pet networks immediately when you file a lost pet report with us, so the search is broadcast across multiple channels.

Is ReportLost.org official or part of the police department?

ReportLost is an independent service, not run by law enforcement. We partner with and route reports to official agencies like the Boyd County Sheriff's Office, but we are a separate platform designed to simplify the process of reporting and searching. Filing with ReportLost does not replace filing with police if legally required, but it ensures your case reaches the right local channels and stays active in the background.

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Ready to start your search?

File your report now and let Westwood's local services and ReportLost's continuous matching system work for you. The sooner your case is active, the sooner it can connect with a found item or lead.

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ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the Boyd County Sheriff's Office, City of Westwood, Lextran, Blue Grass Airport, or other agencies mentioned. We route reports to these official entities and community channels; filing with ReportLost does not replace direct contact with police or other authorities when legally required. All links and contact information are provided for reference and are subject to change by the respective organizations.