Lost and found in Tisbury, Massachusetts: where to report and how to recover
Lost property in Tisbury is managed by the Tisbury Police Department, Vineyard Transit for bus items, and individual venues. ReportLost files your report with the right department and keeps your report active, so you don't have to check back yourself.
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 Tisbury yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Tisbury
You report the loss
Describe your missing item, where you lost it, and when. We generate the information needed for local channels.
We route it to the right places
We tell you exactly where to file or we file on your behalf where the department accepts third-party reports. If it's a pet, we point you to Tisbury Animal Control.
Your report keeps searching for you
For the next 12 months, your report stays active and matches against new found-item posts, local groups, and venues. You get notified if a credible match appears, so you can focus on your day.
Where to report a lost item in Tisbury
Contact the right department based on where you lost it.
Tisbury Police Department Lost Property
Lost property found in town or turned in is held by the Tisbury Police Department. Call during business hours to describe your item and ask if it has been turned in. We generate the exact details to include in your report and tell you which office handles lost property.
Vineyard Transit Bus Lost and Found
Items left on a Vineyard Transit bus are held at VTA operations. Call as soon as you realize you've left something on your route. We point you to the right number and what information to have ready.
Call VTA Operations 508-693-9440 ext.3|Visit Vineyard Transit
Lost Pet
If your cat or dog is missing, contact Tisbury Animal Control right away. They respond to lost pets and coordinate with local shelters. We help you file a priority alert that stays active as animal control and local groups search.
Call Tisbury Animal Control 508-696-4209|file a priority lost pet report
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Report your lost item now
The sooner your report is filed, the sooner the search starts. Once submitted, you can step back while your report stays active and continues to match against new leads.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Tisbury means checking with the police department, transit, or the place itself. Different offices, different processes, and items can be overlooked if you miss the right channel.
ReportLost simplifies this by filing your report where it matters and keeping it active for a full year. Once you've reported, the search continues without you having to revisit every source.
Common places where items are lost in Tisbury
Let us know the neighborhood or landmark to help us route your report accurately.
Vineyard Haven
The town center, including shops, restaurants, and the ferry terminal.
Beach areas
Lakeville Pond, Owen Park Beach, and public coastal access points.
Local groups and online channels
Lost items are sometimes posted in neighborhood groups and community forums. Your ReportLost report reaches beyond these channels automatically.
Facebook community group for missing animals
Official page for local animal alerts
Reddit community covering the region
Frequently asked questions
How long does the police department hold lost property?
Check with the Tisbury Police Department directly at 508-696-4240 about holding times. Once you've filed your ReportLost report, your item is tracked for the full 12 months regardless of how long individual offices retain items.
What if I lost something at Martha's Vineyard Airport?
Contact Martha's Vineyard Airport Lost and Found at 508-693-7022 ext.1. ReportLost will give you their contact details and the information to have ready when you call.
Is ReportLost official or part of the Tisbury Police Department?
No. ReportLost is an independent service. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by any police department or government office. We file reports on your behalf where they accept third-party filings, and we maintain our own 12-month search alongside official channels. You still make the final claim with the department that holds your item.
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Start your report
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We'll handle the routing and keep the search active for a full year.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Tisbury Police Department, Vineyard Transit, Martha's Vineyard Airport, Tisbury Animal Control, or any other municipal or private entity mentioned on this page. We file reports where local ordinance permits third-party filings. Actual retrieval of your item depends on whether it was found and turned in to the relevant office.