Lost and found in Scituate, MA: report and track your missing items
Lost property in Scituate is managed by the Police Department, the Animal Shelter, and individual businesses throughout town. ReportLost files your report with the relevant local services and keeps your search active, so you don't have to check back daily.
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 it works
You report the loss
Fill out a simple form with details about your missing item: what it is, where you lost it, and any identifying features. A watch, passport, wallet, or pair of glasses, we handle them all.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Scituate Police, the Animal Shelter if it's a pet, and the specific venue or service where your item was lost. We generate the exact information each department needs and tell you exactly where your report has been filed.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report continues to be checked against new found items reported to local services, community posts, and online marketplaces. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears, so you can focus on other things while the search continues.
Report your lost item
Choose where to start, or use ReportLost to notify all relevant services at once.
Scituate Police Department
The Police Department accepts lost and found reports and can help with items lost in public spaces or at events around town. They maintain records for 30 days. We file your report with them directly and confirm where it has been entered into their system.
Scituate Town Hall
Town Hall can direct you to the right department for items lost at municipal facilities, parks, or town events. The Town Clerk's office is a starting point for general lost and found inquiries tied to town property.
Scituate Animal Shelter
If your pet is missing, the Animal Shelter is your first call. They reunite dozens of lost pets with their owners each year and work closely with the Police Department and community volunteers. We also file a priority report with them if a pet is involved. File a priority lost pet report
Beaches and public venues
Items lost at Scituate's beaches, harbor areas, town parks, or local businesses should be reported to the venue itself first. We generate the exact contact information for the specific location where you believe your loss occurred.
Boston Logan Airport
If your item was lost at Logan Airport during travel to or from Scituate, Logan's Lost and Found Office is located on the Arrivals level between Terminals C and E, open daily 7 AM to 8 PM. For items left with TSA or on an airline, contact the specific carrier or TSA directly.
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Ready to file your report?
The sooner you file, the sooner the relevant services are notified and begin looking. Once your report is filed, the team takes it from there and your search stays active for the full year.
Report my lost item →In a coastal town like Scituate, losing something matters. Whether it's a piece of jewelry with sentimental value, your ID or travel documents, a phone, keys, or even a beloved pet, the first instinct is to retrace your steps and contact whoever might have found it. But local lost and found systems don't always talk to each other: the Police Department handles some reports, the Animal Shelter manages pets, the beach and harbor areas have their own procedures, and private businesses keep their own records.
ReportLost simplifies that puzzle. Instead of making calls to multiple offices and hoping each one has your item, you file once with us. We notify the Police Department, the Animal Shelter, and the specific location where you believe you lost your item, then keep your report active and searching for a full year. No daily monitoring on your part, no wondering if you missed a post, no second-guessing whether you contacted the right person.
Common places where items are lost
Tell us where you last saw your item, and we'll notify the right location.
Scituate Harbor and beaches
Items lost at the waterfront, town beaches, or near the lighthouse are commonly turned in to nearby businesses or the Police Department.
Downtown and town center
Lost items around Main Street, Town Hall, and local shops are often held by individual businesses or reported to Police.
Parks and recreation areas
Items left at town parks and recreational facilities may be held on-site or reported to Police and the Parks Department.
Transit and commute routes
If lost during travel to Boston or elsewhere via the MBTA, contact the transit system directly or report through ReportLost.
Community groups and networks
These groups are active in sharing lost and found posts. ReportLost also alerts relevant community channels when you file.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets with owners
Official town page that shares community notices
Broader Massachusetts subreddit where some residents post lost items
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Police Department hold lost items?
The Scituate Police Department typically holds items for 30 days before they may be disposed of or donated. It's important to report your loss early so your item can be located and set aside for you during that window. ReportLost keeps your report active for a full year, matching against new found reports and community posts even after the initial 30-day period.
Where do I pick up a lost item once it's found?
This depends on where your item was found. If it's at the Police Department, you can retrieve it at 800 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, MA 02066. If it's at a private business or venue, contact that location directly. ReportLost will provide you with the exact office and instructions once a match is confirmed.
What if I lost a pet in Scituate?
Call the Scituate Animal Shelter at (781) 544-4533 immediately, or report it to Scituate Police at (781) 545-1212. Post to the Scituate, MA - Lost & Found Pets Facebook group and nearby community pages. ReportLost can file a priority pet report that goes straight to the Shelter and Police, ensuring your pet is flagged in their systems.
Can ReportLost file a report if I lost something at Logan Airport?
If you lost an item at Logan while traveling to or from Scituate, contact Logan's Lost and Found directly at the airport, or the specific airline or TSA if applicable. ReportLost primarily handles items lost in Scituate itself, but we can help you document and track items lost during local travel if they're checked with us.
How do I report a lost item if it was on the MBTA?
Contact the MBTA Lost and Found at (617) 849-9555 (Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–8 PM; Saturday–Sunday, 7 AM–8 PM). Provide details about which route and when you lost it. You can also file a report with ReportLost, and we'll ensure the Police Department is aware and your report stays active in our system.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with Scituate Police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works with local law enforcement and relevant agencies to file lost item reports on your behalf. We are not part of any government agency, but we coordinate directly with the Scituate Police Department, Animal Shelter, and other local services to ensure your report reaches the right people. Filing through ReportLost does not replace filing directly with these agencies, but it simplifies the process and keeps your search active longer.
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Your report will be filed with the Scituate Police Department, Animal Shelter, and the specific location where you lost your item. Then it stays active and searching for 12 months. The sooner you report, the sooner the search begins.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Scituate Police Department, Scituate Animal Shelter, Town of Scituate, or any private business or venue mentioned on this page. We file reports directly with these services where they accept third-party reports. For emergency or time-sensitive matters, contact the Police Department or relevant service directly.