Lost something in Chevy Chase? Here is who to contact.
One report routed to Chevy Chase Police, Montgomery County Animal Services, local transit, and active community channels, with your report staying active to search for a match for up to 12 months.
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 ReportLost works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right local channels, whether it's a wallet left at a shop on Connecticut Avenue, a ring from your home, or a pet that wandered off.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to Chevy Chase Police, Montgomery County services, Ride On transit lost and found, local animal control, and relevant community groups. No more calling around or guessing where to start.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found posts, marketplace listings, and community alerts. You don't have to check Facebook groups or Nextdoor every day, your report works for you.
Where items turn up in Chevy Chase
Know the channels. Let ReportLost coordinate them for you.
Chevy Chase Police
Chevy Chase Village Police holds lost property and can connect you to Montgomery County Police resources. We generate the exact details to include and tell you which precinct covers your location.
Chevy Chase Village Police|Montgomery County Police non-emergency
Town Hall & City Services
Chevy Chase Town Office can direct you to local lost and found services and advise on reporting procedures. We point you to the right desk and make sure your details reach the appropriate department.
Ride On Transit
Lost something on a Ride On bus in the area? The transit lost and found holds items for 30 days. We alert them with your details and guide you through the pickup process.
Lost Pet
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing in Chevy Chase, time matters. Montgomery County Animal Services and local shelters should be contacted immediately. We connect you directly and help broadcast your pet's details through community networks. File a priority lost pet report to activate faster alerts and coordinate with shelters across the county.
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Don't let your lost item slip away
The sooner you report, the better. Every hour counts when an item is first lost, and having a report filed immediately across all the right channels in Chevy Chase increases your chances. Once you submit, the ReportLost team takes it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Chevy Chase can feel scattered, especially when the item might be sitting in a police lost and found, turned in at a local business, posted on a community Facebook group, or held by Animal Services if it's a pet. The town has multiple reporting channels, but they don't talk to each other, and you end up making the same calls repeatedly and monitoring social media yourself.
ReportLost cuts through that noise. File one report, and we immediately notify Chevy Chase Police, Montgomery County Animal Services, Ride On transit, and local community networks with a complete description and your contact details. Your report then stays active across the entire search period, automatically matching against new found items and alerts, so you can breathe easy knowing the search continues without you having to refresh pages every morning.
Common loss hotspots in Chevy Chase
If you remember where you lost it, it helps us route faster.
Connecticut Avenue
The main commercial corridor, home to shops, services, and foot traffic where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently set down or forgotten.
Town Center & Chevy Chase Plaza
Busy shopping and dining area where items are commonly lost in stores, restaurants, and parking areas.
Residential areas & Willow Lane
Home neighborhoods where lost pets and personal items like keys and jewelry are reported, especially near parks and walking routes.
Friendship Heights area
Transit hub and shopping district near the Metro station, frequent site of lost wallets, bags, and transit cards.
Community channels where items surface
Lost and found posts appear here daily. We make sure your report reaches them.
Community posts and local alerts
Neighborhood-specific lost and found posts
Pet-specific alerts and sightings
Hyperlocal lost item posts
Regional subreddits where losses are reported
Questions about losing something in Chevy Chase
How long do police hold lost property?
Chevy Chase Police holds lost items following Montgomery County procedures. Items are typically held for a set period before disposal. We recommend contacting them at (301) 654-7300 to confirm details for your specific item, and ReportLost ensures they have your full report.
What if I lost something on Ride On transit?
Call MC311 at 311 (or 240-777-0311, Monday–Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) to identify your bus depot. Items are held for 30 days. Contact the Lost and Found at 410-333-2387 if you need to follow up. We provide your details to transit lost and found so they can match your report if your item comes in.
My pet is missing in Chevy Chase. What should I do first?
Contact Montgomery County Animal Services immediately and file a lost pet report with them and local shelters. Post on community Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and Lost My Doggie. File a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to activate coordinated alerts and ensure your pet's information circulates across multiple channels.
Can I report a loss if I'm not sure exactly where I lost the item?
Yes, absolutely. Give us the general area (Connecticut Avenue, Friendship Heights, your neighborhood, a store, a transit route), the approximate time, and a detailed description. The more you remember, the better we can target the right services and channels, but uncertainty won't stop us from filing and searching.
How does ReportLost keep my report active?
Once you file, your report enters our system and is shared with relevant local services and posted to community channels. For the duration of your search period (12 months), your report automatically matches against new found posts, marketplace listings, and incoming alerts. You receive notifications if a credible match appears, so you don't have to manually check every day.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of Chevy Chase Police or Montgomery County government. We don't replace official reporting, we enhance it. When you use ReportLost, we file your report with the appropriate police and local services on your behalf and keep the process active. You always retain the option to contact authorities directly, but our role is to make sure your loss gets the coordinated attention it needs.
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Ready to start your search?
File your report now and let the Chevy Chase community and local services know what you've lost. Once submitted, your report stays active and continues searching for a match. The sooner you file, the sooner your lost item can find its way home.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Chevy Chase Police, Chevy Chase Village, Montgomery County Police, Montgomery County government, Ride On transit, or any other local authority or service mentioned. We coordinate information on your behalf, but you are responsible for verifying details with official sources. Always contact emergency services (911) for urgent situations.