Lost and found in Edgartown, Massachusetts: report and retrieve your belongings
Lost property in Edgartown is managed by the Police Department, Vineyard Transit Authority, Martha's Vineyard Airport, and individual businesses throughout town. ReportLost connects you with the right department and keeps your report active, checking continuously for matches so you don't have to.
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 it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need to route your report to the relevant local department.
We connect you with the right places
We file your report where the department accepts third-party submissions, and provide you with direct contact details and steps for offices that require you to report in person. We also alert local pet shelters and social networks if relevant.
Your report keeps searching
For the next 12 months, your report stays active and we cross-reference new found-item posts, community announcements, and marketplace listings against your description. You'll get an alert if we find a credible match, so you can follow up directly.
Where your lost item might be
Each of these services holds items independently. ReportLost connects you with all of them.
Edgartown Police Department
The Police Department accepts lost-and-found reports and holds items found throughout town. We'll tell you exactly how to file a report with them and provide you with their direct contact information.
Vineyard Transit Authority
If you lost something on a VTA bus, the Operations Center maintains a separate lost-and-found inventory. We'll help you reach them and explain the process for retrieval.
Martha's Vineyard Airport
Items left at the airport or on aircraft are held by the airport's Passenger Services team. We provide you with their contact details and filing instructions for lost items reported at the terminal or gate.
Shops, restaurants, and public venues
Lost items at local businesses, restaurants, and gathering places are usually held by that establishment. We'll guide you on checking with individual businesses where you were when you noticed the loss.
Lost pet
If you've lost a cat or dog, Edgartown's Animal Control and the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard are your first contacts. Both work together to reunite lost pets with their owners. File a priority lost pet report
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Not sure where to start?
Tell us what you've lost and where. We'll identify which local services handle it, file your report with those that accept third-party submissions, and keep your information active while we search.
Report my lost item →Edgartown's network of lost-and-found services spans the Police Department, the Vineyard Transit Authority, Martha's Vineyard Airport, local businesses, and the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard. Each holds items separately, and reporting to one doesn't automatically notify the others. Without a coordinated approach, a lost item can slip through the gaps while you're spending time calling around.
ReportLost simplifies the process by filing your report with the right departments at once and maintaining an active search for a full year. Once you've submitted your information, our team takes over contacting the relevant offices and watching for your item across local channels. You won't have to check Facebook groups or call the police again and again, because your report continues working for you behind the scenes.
Common places where items are lost in Edgartown
Most lost reports in town come from these areas. Your report will be filed with the relevant service for each location.
Downtown and Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and public gathering spaces where items are often left on counters or in seating areas.
Waterfront and harbor
Beaches, docks, and waterfront parks where items are frequently lost during leisure activities.
VTA bus routes
Items left aboard buses or at bus stops across the island are held by Vineyard Transit Authority.
Martha's Vineyard Airport
Terminals, gates, and security checkpoints where travelers often misplace belongings.
Residential neighborhoods
Items lost near home or while walking local streets are typically reported through the Police Department.
Community networks for lost items
Local Facebook groups and community channels where residents post about found and lost items. ReportLost amplifies your report to these networks.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found animals on the island
Larger regional group covering Edgartown and surrounding areas
Official Police Department page with community announcements
Neighborhood-based platform where locals share found items and alerts
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Police Department hold lost items?
Edgartown Police typically hold unclaimed items for a set period before disposing of them. Check with the Police Department directly at 508-627-4343 to ask about the current retention timeline and whether a specific item has been turned in.
What if I lost something on a VTA bus?
Call the Vineyard Transit Authority Operations Center at 508-693-9440 ext. 3 as soon as possible. Have the route number and bus details ready. Items are held at the Operations Center, and you can arrange to pick up or have items mailed to you.
Where do I retrieve an item left at Martha's Vineyard Airport?
Call Passenger Services at 508-693-7022 ext. 1 to confirm an item has been found. You'll be directed to pick it up at the Passenger Services desk during terminal hours or arrange for it to be mailed.
What should I do if I've lost a pet?
Contact Animal Control immediately at 508-693-1212 and the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard at 508-627-8662. Also post in local Facebook groups like Martha's Vineyard Lost Pets. Many lost pets are reunited within the first few days.
Can ReportLost file a report on my behalf with the police?
Yes, where the Police Department accepts third-party reports, we file directly. For departments that require you to report in person, we provide you with the exact contact details, office location, and steps to follow.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with the police?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you report losses to the relevant local authorities and keep your report active across channels for a year. We are not part of any government agency, but we work with the real departments and services in your area.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file your report, the sooner we can route it to the right places and start our search. Once submitted, your information stays active for 12 months while we watch for matches across local channels.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Edgartown Police Department, Vineyard Transit Authority, Martha's Vineyard Airport, Animal Control, the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard, or any other local authority or business mentioned on this page. We help you file reports with these agencies and monitor public channels for matches, but we do not hold items or control their recovery. Each entity listed maintains its own lost-and-found procedures and retention policies.