Report a lost item in Vineyard Haven
Contact the Tisbury Police Department directly, check with local transit and the airport, or publish a free listing here. ReportLost also offers paid search options to extend your reach.
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 Vineyard Haven yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Contact local services
Call the Tisbury Police Department at 508-696-4240 (Mon–Fri, business hours) or 508-693-1212 after 4 PM to report lost property. If you left something on a VTA bus, call VTA Operations at 508-693-9440 ext. 3. For items at Martha's Vineyard Airport, call 508-693-7022 ext. 1.
Publish your report for free
Create a public listing here at no cost. Your report will be searchable and shared with your community, but will not include active web search or outreach by our team.
Consider a paid search option
Upgrade to Automatic search (web monitoring for 6 months, $12) or Team-assisted search (12 months with manual outreach to local services and groups, $25). These options extend your visibility.
Where to report lost items in Vineyard Haven
Contact these services directly, or create a free report to search across all channels.
Tisbury Police Department
The police department maintains a lost and found and accepts lost property reports. Visit in person at 32 Water Street or call 508-696-4240 during business hours (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM) or 508-693-1212 after 4 PM.
Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA)
If you left an item on a VTA bus, call VTA Operations as soon as possible at 508-693-9440 ext. 3. Have your route number and a description ready.
Lost pet
For a lost dog or cat, call the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard at 508-627-8662 or Tisbury Animal Control immediately. In Massachusetts, dogs must be held for 7 days. Post to local Facebook groups and file a lost pet report.
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Unsure where to start?
Create a free report on ReportLost to publish your item locally and explore paid search options that extend your reach beyond direct calls.
Create a report →Vineyard Haven is served by the Tisbury Police Department, which accepts lost property reports and maintains a lost and found. For items lost on public transit or at the airport, contact the specific service directly. Publishing a free report on ReportLost ensures your item is listed locally, while paid search options provide web monitoring and direct outreach to services and community groups.
Always report valuable items (wallet, ID, keys, phone) to police as soon as possible. Island-based search may take longer than mainland services, so early reporting improves your chances.
Common places to check
Retrace your steps in these areas of Vineyard Haven.
Downtown / Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices along the harbor district.
Ferry terminal
Check with ferry operators if you traveled off-island.
VTA bus stops and shelters
Contact VTA or check stops where you traveled.
Community networks
Share your report or search for help on local groups.
Facebook community group for lost items across the island
Facebook page dedicated to lost animals on Martha's Vineyard
Statewide Massachusetts lost pet network on Facebook
Questions about lost items in Vineyard Haven
How long does the police department hold lost items?
Contact the Tisbury Police Department at 508-696-4240 to ask about storage and claim procedures. Many items are eventually donated or disposed of, so claim yours as soon as possible.
Do I have to pay to report a lost item to the police?
No. Filing a lost property report with the Tisbury Police Department is free. You can call 508-696-4240 or visit 32 Water Street in person.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform that helps you publish and search for lost items. It complements, but does not replace, direct contact with local police, transit, and shelter services. Recovery depends on various factors, and you should always contact official channels first.
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Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Tisbury Police Department, Vineyard Transit Authority, Martha's Vineyard Airport, or any local government agency. We do not guarantee recovery of lost items. Always report directly to official services for the fastest response.