Lost and found in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts: where to report a lost item
Lost items in Oak Bluffs are managed by the Oak Bluffs Police Department, local transit services, and individual businesses. ReportLost files your report with the right authority and keeps it active, searching automatically for matches.
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 Oak Bluffs yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
Across the United States
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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, when, and where in Oak Bluffs. We identify which local authority handles lost property in that location.
We route it to the right place
Your report goes to the Oak Bluffs Police Department, VTA bus service, Martha's Vineyard Airport, or the relevant venue. We provide you with contact details and next steps.
Your report keeps searching
For 12 months, your report stays active and matched against new found items, local posts, and online listings. You'll be notified if we find a credible lead.
Where to report locally
Each location handles lost property separately. Here's how to reach them directly, or let ReportLost do it.
Oak Bluffs Police Department
Items lost on the street, in shops, or in public spaces are typically logged here. We tell you which report number to reference, or file the report for you if they accept third-party reports.
Town Hall and Municipal Services
If your lost item was turned in to town staff or if you need to file a formal report with the town clerk, contact the main office. We can direct you to the right department or generate the information needed.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog, contact Oak Bluffs Animal Control immediately. Check the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard and local pet networks as well. file a priority lost pet report
Oak Bluffs Animal Control|Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard
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Ready to get started?
File your report now. We'll route it to the right local authority and keep searching for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something on Martha's Vineyard, whether a passport at the airport, keys after a bus ride, or a wallet downtown, sends your report through different channels: the police, public transit, or individual businesses. ReportLost consolidates that process, filing your report where it needs to go and keeping it in active search so you don't have to check multiple places every day.
Once your report is filed, the system works continuously for you. For 12 months, any new found item reported to local services or posted in community groups is cross-checked against your description, and you're alerted to matches—no daily monitoring required.
Common places where items are lost
Tell us where you lost your item to help us route your report accurately.
Downtown and Circuit Avenue
Shops, restaurants, and public areas handled by Oak Bluffs Police Department.
VTA Bus routes
Items left aboard local buses. Contact VTA Operations directly at 508-693-9440.
Martha's Vineyard Airport
Items lost at the terminal or aboard aircraft. Call the airport at 508-693-7022.
Community networks
These groups often share found items and lost pet alerts.
Facebook group for lost and found on the island
Facebook page for missing animals
Official Facebook page with lost pet alerts
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oak Bluffs Police keep found items?
Contact the police department directly at 508-693-0750 to ask about their retention period for unclaimed items.
What if I lost something on a VTA bus?
Call VTA Operations at 508-693-9440 ext. 3 as soon as possible with details of the route and bus number. Items are kept for a limited time before disposal.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that files reports on your behalf with the relevant local authorities. It does not replace direct contact with police or transit services, but it handles the routing and keeps your report actively searching for 12 months so you don't have to.
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File your report
The sooner you report your loss, the sooner we can start searching. We'll handle the routing to the right local service and keep looking for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service not affiliated with the Oak Bluffs Police Department, Town of Oak Bluffs, VTA, Martha's Vineyard Airport, or other local authorities. We file reports on your behalf where these services accept third-party submissions. Always verify current contact information and policies directly with local services.