Lost and found in Tewksbury, Massachusetts: how to report and retrieve
Lost property in Tewksbury is managed by the Tewksbury Police Department, local transit, and individual businesses. ReportLost files your report where accepted and keeps it active, matching new finds against your description automatically so you don't have to search every day.
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
Fill out a simple form describing what you lost, where, and when. Include any identifying details that matter, like color, brand, or personal markings.
We route it to the right places
Our team files your report with the Tewksbury Police Department where they accept third-party filings, alerts relevant local services and community channels, and generates the exact information you'd need to file elsewhere yourself.
Your report stays active and keeps searching
For 12 months, your description is matched against new found-item posts, listings, and reports across local channels. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears, so the work of watching doesn't fall on you.
Where to report and retrieve in Tewksbury
The main channels for lost items in town, and how ReportLost streamlines the process.
Tewksbury Police Department
Items found at public locations, parks, and community spaces in town are turned in here. The Police Department also handles property returns for items recovered by officers. To claim an item or check if yours has been turned in, contact the Property and Evidence unit during business hours.
Property and Evidence: (978) 640-4380, ext. 417|Main number: (978) 640-4385
Public Transit
If you lost an item on an MBTA bus serving Tewksbury, call the MBTA Lost and Found line to check their records. For Lowell Regional Transit Authority buses, contact their office directly. We identify which service covered your route and provide you the exact number to call if you need to follow up yourself.
MBTA Lost and Found: (617) 849-9555|Lowell Regional Transit Authority: (978) 452-6161
Boston Logan Airport
Items left at Logan, the major airport serving the Tewksbury area, are held at the Lost and Found Office on the Arrivals level. Call or visit in person to report or retrieve. TSA also maintains a separate lost and found for items left at security checkpoints.
Retail and public venues
Shops, restaurants, libraries, and community centers keep lost items at their front desks or customer service areas. ReportLost generates a checklist of the places matching your location so you know who to contact and what details to mention. Most hold items for 30 to 90 days before disposal.
Lost or found pet
Missing dogs or cats are reported to Tewksbury Animal Control or the Billerica Animal Control office (which also covers Tewksbury). The MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center works with local animal control to receive stray animals. Local Facebook groups and PawBoost also spread word in the community. For a quicker, more focused search, file a priority lost pet report.
Tewksbury Animal Control: (978) 482-6027|Billerica Animal Control: (978) 215-9639
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The sooner you file, the sooner the search begins. Provide as much detail as you remember, and we'll handle the routing from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Tewksbury means navigating several separate systems. The police department handles items left at public places, the MBTA and Lowell Regional Transit Authority manage bus finds, Boston Logan Airport covers items from travel, and local businesses keep their own lost and found. Each has its own hours, phone numbers, and process. Reporting to all of them yourself takes time you may not have right after a loss.
ReportLost simplifies this by taking your report once and routing it to the right places, while also keeping your case active. Rather than you calling back weekly or scrolling through posts yourself, your report automatically checks new finds against what you've described. If something matches, you'll know right away. Once you've reported, the searching continues without you having to manage it.
Common places to lose things in Tewksbury
Items are often left in these parts of town. If you remember where yours went missing, mention it in your report.
Downtown and Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices around the civic center where foot traffic is highest.
Public transit stops and stations
Bus shelters and transfer points where items slip out of bags or are accidentally left behind.
Libraries and town facilities
Community spaces where people often set things down while working or browsing.
Neighborhoods and residential areas
Streets, parks, and yards where items are found while walking, jogging, or playing outside.
Community channels
Local Facebook groups and community networks sometimes surface found items quickly. Include these in your search.
Active for lost and found animals in the area; monitored by animal control and community members.
Follow for town updates and community notices, including occasional lost item posts.
Neighborhood app where locals post found items and lost notices for their immediate areas.
Tewksbury-specific groups where residents share lost and found posts with neighbors.
Frequently asked questions
How long do police and businesses hold lost items?
The Tewksbury Police Property and Evidence unit holds items according to state law, typically 90 days or more depending on the type of item. Retail stores and public venues vary: most hold for 30 to 90 days before disposal. Contact the specific location as soon as possible to confirm they have your item and how long they'll keep it.
Can I file a report without going in person?
Yes. You can call the Tewksbury Police Property and Evidence unit at (978) 640-4380, ext. 417, to report and ask about items. ReportLost also files on your behalf where the department accepts third-party reports. For items on transit, call the MBTA or LRTA directly.
What if I lost my item at Logan Airport?
Contact the Logan Lost and Found Office directly at the Arrivals level between Terminals C and E, or call ahead. For items left at TSA security, contact the TSA Lost and Found. These items are held separately from general airport lost and found.
How do I search social media for my item?
Check the Tewksbury Lost & Found Pets Facebook group and general community groups on Facebook and Nextdoor by searching your item type and date. Many people post found items there. ReportLost also watches these channels and alerts you if a match appears.
What if I lost a pet?
Call Tewksbury Animal Control at (978) 482-6027 or Billerica Animal Control at (978) 215-9639 immediately to report. Post on the Tewksbury Lost & Found Pets Facebook group and Nextdoor. For a dedicated search with ongoing alerts, <a href="/report-lost-pet">file a priority lost pet report</a> with ReportLost.
Is ReportLost affiliated with the Tewksbury Police Department or town?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that files reports with local authorities and community channels on your behalf. We are not an official government agency, and our reports supplement, not replace, your own calls and visits to police, transit, and businesses.
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Once submitted, your report is routed and kept active. The search continues for 12 months without you having to re-post or re-call every week.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Tewksbury Police Department, Town of Tewksbury, the MBTA, Lowell Regional Transit Authority, Boston Logan Airport, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We file reports where these entities accept third-party filings and provide information to help you contact them directly. Actual retrieval and legal processes remain the responsibility of the relevant local authority.