Lost and Found in Dover, Massachusetts
Report a lost item to Dover's police department, the town clerk, or transit services. ReportLost.org offers free public listings plus optional paid search services to expand your reach beyond local channels.
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 to report a lost item in Dover
Create a free public report
Post your lost item on ReportLost.org at no cost. Your listing becomes searchable and shareable, helping people in Dover and surrounding areas spot what you've lost. This is your starting point for any search.
Contact local services directly
Call the Dover Police Department at 508-785-1130 to report your lost item and ask if they hold any found items. For items lost on the MBTA bus, call 617-222-5533 (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM). If you lost something at Boston Logan Airport, visit the Lost and Found office (daily, 7 AM–8 PM) or submit a report online.
Upgrade to a paid search (optional)
Choose Automatic search ($12) for web monitoring and an anonymous email linked to your report, or Team-assisted search ($25) for monitoring, manual outreach to local services and community groups, and direct notification of potential matches. Neither option guarantees recovery.
Where to report and retrieve lost items
Contact the right local service based on where you lost your item.
Dover Police Department
The police department's non-emergency line handles lost and found inquiries. Call to report your item or check if anything matching your description has been turned in.
Town Clerk
The Town Clerk's office at Dover Town House may assist with lost items of official importance, such as documents or IDs. Contact during regular business hours (Monday, 8:30 AM–3 PM, or call for other weekday hours).
MBTA Bus Lost and Found
If you left something on a bus serving Dover, call the MBTA bus lost and found at 617-222-5533 (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM). Have your route number ready if possible.
Boston Logan Airport
Items left at Boston Logan Airport are held by the airport's Lost and Found office, open daily from 7 AM to 8 PM. You can submit a report online or visit in person. Each airline also maintains its own lost and found for items left aboard flights.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a pet in Dover, call the Dover Police Department at 508-785-1130 to report it to Animal Control. You can also file a report with nearby animal shelters and post in local lost pet communities. file a lost pet report
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Unsure where to start?
Begin with a free ReportLost listing, then call the Dover Police Department at 508-785-1130. If your item was lost on transit or at the airport, contact that service directly while your report spreads locally.
Create a report →Dover's police department and town offices keep lost and found items for residents. If you've lost a wallet, phone, keys, or other personal item in town, contact the Dover Police Department first at 508-785-1130 to check their records. For items lost on public transit or at Boston Logan, each service maintains its own lost and found.
ReportLost.org complements these direct channels by publishing your report publicly and, if you choose a paid option, conducting web searches and reaching out to local services on your behalf. The free listing is always a good starting point; paid options add broader visibility and follow-up support over time.
Common places where items are lost in Dover
Check these locations and local services if your item turned up there.
Downtown Dover
Main Street and town center shops, restaurants, and offices where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently left behind.
Dover Police Station & Town House
Government buildings where documents, IDs, and valuables may be turned in by residents or staff.
Local parks and trails
Rocky Brook Reservation and other green spaces where personal items, keys, and accessories can be lost during recreation.
Public transit stops
Bus stops and transit routes connecting Dover to surrounding towns; check with the MBTA lost and found for items left on buses.
Boston Logan Airport
If you traveled from Dover and lost an item at the airport, contact the airport's lost and found directly.
Community networks in Massachusetts
Reach out to local and regional lost and found groups to increase visibility of your report.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets across Massachusetts
Reddit community for Boston metro area lost and found posts
Statewide Massachusetts subreddit for lost item reports
Neighborhood-level app where Dover residents share and search for lost items locally
Search for Dover-specific or Norfolk County lost and found community pages
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dover Police Department keep lost and found items?
Check directly with the Dover Police Department at 508-785-1130 for their specific retention policy. Many police departments keep items for 30 to 90 days before disposal, so it's important to call soon after you realize something is missing.
What if I lost my item on the MBTA bus?
Call the MBTA Bus Lost and Found at 617-222-5533 (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM). Have the route number and approximate time you were on the bus ready to help them search.
I lost something at Boston Logan Airport. Where do I call?
Contact Boston Logan Airport's Lost and Found office. You can visit in person (daily, 7 AM–8 PM), call ahead for inquiries, or submit a report online at their website. Each airline also maintains its own lost and found if your item was left aboard a plane.
Should I report my lost item to the police or to ReportLost first?
You can do both. Create a free ReportLost listing immediately to start spreading the word, then contact the Dover Police Department at 508-785-1130 to check their lost and found and ensure your item is in their system. If you choose a paid ReportLost option, we can also reach out to local services on your behalf.
Can I upgrade to a paid search after posting a free report?
Yes. You can start with a free listing and upgrade to Automatic search ($12) or Team-assisted search ($25) at any time to add web monitoring and local outreach.
Is ReportLost.org an official Dover service or run by the police?
No. ReportLost.org is an independent service that complements official channels like the Dover Police Department and MBTA. We are not affiliated with any government agency or police force, and neither the free listing nor paid searches guarantee recovery. Always contact local services directly for your best chance of finding your item.
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Ready to report your lost item?
Start with a free public listing on ReportLost.org. If you'd like to add web monitoring and local outreach, compare our paid search options below. Either way, contact the Dover Police Department at 508-785-1130 and the relevant local service (MBTA, airport, etc.) while your report spreads.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Dover Police Department, Town of Dover, MBTA, Boston Logan Airport, or any other government or local agency mentioned on this page. We do not guarantee recovery of lost items. Free public listings are searchable by the community; paid search options ($12 or $25) add automated web monitoring and direct outreach to local services. Always contact local services and law enforcement directly for official lost and found inquiries.