Lost something in Ferndale? Report it once and we handle the rest.
One report to Anne Arundel County Police, the MTA, local shelters, and active community channels. Your report stays active for up to 12 months, automatically matching new found posts and alerts 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.
Recent activity
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works
You tell us what you lost
Share a description, where and when you lost it, and which Ferndale location. We figure out the right police precinct, transit authority, and local contacts.
We notify the right places
Your report goes to Anne Arundel County Police, MTA lost and found (if a bus), local animal services (if a pet), and community groups where locals post findings.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and matches against new found item posts, marketplace listings, and community alerts. You get notified of credible matches without having to check back.
Where items turn up in Ferndale
Know the official channels, but let us do the legwork
Anne Arundel County Police
Report lost property to the non-emergency line. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and what information they'll need.
Maryland Transit Authority (MTA)
If you lost something on a bus, the MTA holds items for 30 days. We generate the exact details you'll need when you call. Schedule a pickup appointment with your control number.
BWI Airport
Lost something near departure or arrival at BWI? The airport Lost and Found team works 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily and can ship recovered items to you.
Lost & Found Pets
If your pet has gone missing, Anne Arundel County Animal Services holds lost animals for at least 72 hours and displays reports for 14 days. Community Facebook groups reunite many pets quickly. To file a dedicated lost pet alert that reaches shelters, local groups, and active searchers, file a priority lost pet report.
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The sooner you report, the better
Fresh reports catch items before they're moved, resold, or forgotten. Once you file with us, your description circulates to Anne Arundel County Police, transit, shelters, and community channels automatically. You can take a breath while the search continues.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Ferndale means contacting several places at once: Anne Arundel County Police non-emergency line, the MTA if it was on a bus, local animal control if it's a pet, and hoping someone posts about it in a Facebook group. Each service works independently, and if you miss a post, it scrolls away. ReportLost simplifies this by making one report that reaches all the right channels and keeps working for you automatically.
The real difference: after you file, you don't have to spend weeks refreshing Facebook groups, emailing transit, or calling shelters to check. Your description stays active in the system, continuously matched against new found reports and community posts. The moment a credible match appears, you're alerted. It's the peace of mind that someone is helping you search, not just a form you submit and forget about.
Common loss hotspots around Ferndale
Items are found and reported across these neighborhoods
B&A Boulevard corridor
High traffic area near shops and transit stops. Wallets and personal items frequently left at retail locations and bus shelters.
Linden and Elm area
Residential streets where pets and everyday items go missing. Community very active on local lost and found groups.
Central Avenue
Main commercial strip and bus routes. Transit items and lost phones often reported here.
Glen Burnie border areas
Transition zone with mixed residential and commercial activity. Regional lost pet network covers this area.
Where Ferndale residents post findings
Your item might already be in one of these groups. We make sure your report reaches them all.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets across the county, including Ferndale
Local Ferndale and Anne Arundel County neighborhood groups where residents post found items and pets
Hyperlocal posts from your immediate neighborhood often surface lost and found items quickly
Southern Maryland subreddit where lost pets and items occasionally get posted by helpful residents
Frequently asked questions
How long does the MTA hold lost items from buses?
The Maryland Transit Authority holds items for 30 days. Once you file a lost and found report, you'll receive a control number. Call (410) 333-2387 to schedule a pickup appointment.
What happens if my lost pet is picked up by animal control?
Anne Arundel County Animal Services holds lost animals for at least 72 hours and displays reports on their Lost Pets Listing page for 14 days. Call (410) 222-8900 to check if your pet has been reported found, or visit their facility. Community Facebook groups often reunite pets within hours.
Does the Ferndale police department have a lost and found office I can visit?
Report lost property to Anne Arundel County Police non-emergency line at (410) 222-8610. They'll direct you to the correct precinct or storage facility based on where your item was lost.
How often does ReportLost check for matches?
Your report stays active for your entire search period (12 months), continuously cross-referenced against new found posts, community alerts, and marketplace listings. When a credible match appears, you're notified immediately. You don't have to refresh Facebook groups or call around.
What if I lost something at BWI Airport?
Contact BWI's Lost and Found team at (443) 960-5424 or email BWILostandFound@smartecarte.com. They're open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Many items are recovered and can be shipped to you.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that takes your information and routes it to the official channels: Anne Arundel County Police, MTA, animal services, and community groups. We don't replace these agencies, but we make sure your loss reaches them all at once and stays in the active search pipeline while you handle other things. You can always contact them directly, but we handle the coordination so you don't have to.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner your item enters the system and starts matching against found reports. Anne Arundel County, the MTA, animal services, and local community members are part of the search network. Here is who to contact.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Anne Arundel County Police, Maryland Transit Authority, BWI Airport, Animal Services, or any other government or commercial entity listed. We route your report to the appropriate official channels, but you remain responsible for contacting them directly if needed. Always file a police report for stolen items through official channels.