Lost and found in Dedham, Massachusetts: how to report and reclaim your belongings
Lost property in Dedham is managed by the Police Department, the MBTA (if lost on transit), the Animal Rescue League for pets, and individual businesses and venues. ReportLost files your report with the right department and keeps your search active, so you don't have to check back yourself.
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
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Dedham
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need to route your report to the right place, whether that's the Dedham Police Department, the MBTA, an animal shelter, or a local business.
We connect you with the right department
We file your report with the appropriate service in Dedham, provide you the contact information and next steps, and generate the exact details to include if you follow up yourself.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For 12 months, your report stays active in our system. We continuously cross-reference new found items, lost and found posts, and local announcements against your description, so you don't have to spend time searching every day.
Where lost items are handled in Dedham
Each location handles its own lost and found. ReportLost files reports on your behalf where accepted.
Dedham Police Department
The Police Department holds lost items reported to them or turned in by residents. Call their non-emergency line to check if your item has been found and turned in, or to file a report in person at their headquarters.
MBTA (Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority)
If you left something on a local bus or transit line serving Dedham, the MBTA maintains separate lost and found for each route and mode. Call the number for the specific bus route or service and describe what you lost. We can help you identify which number to call and what information to prepare.
Animal Rescue League of Boston (Dedham location)
A lost or found dog or cat in Dedham may be brought to the ARL's Dedham adoption center or reported to Dedham Animal Control. You can file a lost pet report with ARL by phone, in person, or online, and it will be visible to all three ARL locations.
Local businesses and venues
Items left at shops, restaurants, schools, parks, or other Dedham locations are usually held by that business. Contact the place where you lost your item directly. We can generate a template of what to say and where to look.
Boston Logan International Airport
If you lost something while traveling to or from Boston Logan, the airport's Lost and Found Office is on the Arrivals level between Terminals C and E, open daily 7 AM to 8 PM. Items left on aircraft or at TSA checkpoints are handled separately.
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The sooner you submit, the sooner our system begins tracking potential matches. Once filed, your report will remain active for 12 months while you focus on other things.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Dedham—whether it's a wallet, passport, watch, or a beloved pet—can feel isolating. Local lost items end up in different places: the Police Department on Bryant Street, the MBTA if you lost it on a bus, the Animal Rescue League if you have a missing cat or dog, or the business or venue where you left it. Finding out which one has what you're looking for, and then contacting them repeatedly to check, takes time and energy you may not have.
ReportLost simplifies that process. You file once with us, we identify the right department or service for your loss and route your report there where they accept third-party filings, and we handle the ongoing search for you. Once your report is submitted, it remains active for a full year, automatically cross-checking against new found items and community posts, so a lost ring, passport, or pair of glasses still has a chance of finding its way back to you weeks or months later, even if you've moved on to other concerns.
Common places people lose items in Dedham
These neighborhoods and locations are where reports often originate
Downtown Dedham
The shopping and business district along High Street and Washington Street, where wallets, keys, and phones are frequently misplaced.
Dedham Square
The historic center of town, including restaurants, cafes, and shops where items are left behind at tables and counters.
Legacy Place Shopping Center
A major retail destination where items can be lost in stores, parking areas, and common spaces.
Local parks and recreation areas
Dedham's green spaces and recreational facilities where glasses, watches, and jewelry are left during outdoor activities.
Public transit stops and buses
MBTA bus routes and waiting areas where commuters frequently leave bags, documents, and personal items.
Community networks in Dedham
Lost and found posts are also shared in these online spaces
Facebook group for lost and found pets across the state, including active posts from Dedham
Facebook community pages where residents share lost and found items and pet alerts
Reddit community where Dedham residents post about lost items and missing pets
Official Facebook and social media where the department sometimes shares found items and lost pet alerts
Frequently asked questions about lost and found in Dedham
How long does the Police Department hold lost items?
The Dedham Police Department holds lost items for a reasonable period before disposal. Contact their non-emergency line at 781-751-9300 to ask about your specific item and how long they typically retain it.
What should I do if I lost something on the MBTA?
Call the MBTA Lost and Found for your specific route or mode (bus, subway, or other service). Hours are typically Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM. The MBTA website has the dedicated number for each route.
Where do I claim a found item from Dedham Animal Control?
Contact Dedham Animal Control directly, or visit the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Dedham adoption center during their hours. If your pet has been found and brought in, they'll be able to identify it by microchip or tags.
Can I file a lost report in person at the Police Department?
Yes. The Dedham Police Department is located at 26 Bryant Street, Dedham, MA 02026. You can visit during business hours or call 781-751-9300 for the non-emergency line to ask when you can stop by.
How does ReportLost help if the Police Department or MBTA already have their own lost and found?
ReportLost files your report with the right department on your behalf (where they accept third-party filings), generates the exact information to include, and keeps your report active and searching for 12 months. You don't have to call each service back repeatedly to check—we do that work for you, and alert you if a match appears.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the Dedham Police Department or the Town of Dedham?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that routes your lost item report to the appropriate local authorities and businesses. We are not official or part of any police department or town government, but we work with the services that are, and we follow up on your behalf while your report remains active.
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Once you submit, we route your report to the relevant department in Dedham and set up 12 months of automatic searching. You'll have peace of mind knowing the search continues, even when you're not actively looking.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Dedham Police Department, the Town of Dedham, the MBTA, the Animal Rescue League of Boston, Boston Logan International Airport, or any other local authority or business mentioned on this page. We file reports on your behalf with the services that accept third-party reports and help coordinate your search, but we do not speak for or represent any of these organizations.