Lost something in Forestville? Here is who to contact.
Submit one report and we connect you with Prince George's County Police, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found items so you don't have to search manually 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 ReportLost works in Forestville
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to local authorities and community groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Prince George's County Police, TheBus lost and found, and relevant Facebook and community groups in the Forestville area, so you reach the places that can actually help.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically matches against new found items, community posts, and local listings. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, without having to check back every day.
Where to report a lost item in Forestville
Here's what each channel does, and how ReportLost connects you to all of them at once.
Prince George's County Police
If your item was lost in a public place or during a crime, the police is your first stop. Call their non-emergency line or visit in person. ReportLost identifies which precinct covers your loss location and generates the exact details you'll need.
TheBus & MTA Lost and Found
Lost something on TheBus or another local transit service? Items are held for 30 days. Call to check if your item arrived at the depot. We make sure your report reaches them and stays on file if they find it later.
TheBus Call Center: 301-324-2877|MTA Lost & Found: 410-333-2387
BWI Airport Lost and Found
If your loss happened at BWI or on a flight arriving there, the airport lost and found team handles thousands of items daily. We ensure your report is filed so they can match it against what comes through their office.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, Prince George's County Animal Services is your critical first contact. They maintain a database of lost and found animals, and the 72-hour hold window means speed counts. ReportLost helps you get the word out fast across community pet groups too, and you can file a priority lost pet report to activate urgent community alerts.
Community Groups & Social Media
Facebook groups like 'Lost and Found Pets Prince George's County MD' and 'Pets Lost & Found in Southern Maryland' are where neighbors actively post sightings and help reunite families. Your ReportLost report reaches these groups automatically so the community knows to keep an eye out.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Items in lost and found systems get held for 30 days, 72 hours for pets. Your early report ensures it's entered into every channel at once. Once you submit to ReportLost, the heavy lifting is done, your report activates across all these places, and you can focus on moving forward knowing the search is underway.
Report my lost item →In Forestville, losing something means navigating separate police departments, transit lost and found offices, and scattered community Facebook groups. Each has its own process, phone number, and holding period. By the time you figure out who has what, precious time has passed and your item may already have been discarded or handed on.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One form, one submission, and we make sure the right local authorities and community channels know about your loss immediately. Better still, your report doesn't stop there, it stays active and keeps matching your description against new found items for months to come, so you can rest knowing the search continues automatically.
Common loss hotspots in Forestville
Where people lose things most often and who to contact.
Downtown Forestville & Main Street
Shopping areas, restaurants, and business districts where wallets, phones, and keys often slip away. Check with local shops first, then report to Prince George's County Police.
TheBus Transit Stops & Bus Routes
Purses, backpacks, and phones left on buses or at shelters. Always call TheBus lost and found immediately and file a police report if theft is suspected.
Residential Neighborhoods & Streets
Lost pets, packages, and items left in yards. Post to community Facebook groups and contact Animal Services right away if a pet is missing.
Parking Lots & Shopping Centers
Phones, keys, and bags abandoned in vehicles or near stores. Ask store management to check their lost and found, then file a police report if warranted.
Community channels where Forestville residents post found items
These groups are active and monitored by locals who want to help.
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost and found pets in the Forestville area
Broader regional Facebook group covering pets lost throughout Southern Maryland
Neighborhood and community Facebook pages where locals share information about lost items and sightings
Reddit community for Southern Maryland where residents post about lost and found items
Questions about lost and found in Forestville
How long do police departments hold lost items?
Prince George's County Police typically hold lost property for a set period before disposal. It varies by item type, so call the non-emergency line at 301-352-1200 as soon as you report your loss to confirm the hold period for your specific item.
How long does TheBus keep lost items?
TheBus holds found items for 30 days. If your item was turned in, they'll have it for that window. Call 301-324-2877 to check. After 30 days, items are typically donated or discarded, so speed matters.
What's the hold period for lost pets at Prince George's Animal Services?
Maryland law requires animal shelters to hold strays for 72 hours. This is a critical window. Call 301-780-7200 immediately and also post to Facebook pet groups right away so the community knows your pet is missing.
Can I report a lost item found at BWI Airport online?
Yes. You can call BWI Lost and Found at 443-960-5424 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week) or email BWILostandFound@smartecarte.com. Have a description and where you lost it ready.
What if I lost something on a flight?
Contact your airline first, then BWI Airport lost and found. If the item was left at TSA security, contact TSA directly. ReportLost connects you to the right channel and ensures your report stays active as items are processed.
Is ReportLost.org an official service or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not a government agency or part of any police department. We don't replace official reporting, we complement it. You should file a report with Prince George's County Police if your item was lost in suspicious circumstances. ReportLost ensures that report and all other local channels are activated at once, and keeps your search active for months so you're alerted the moment a match appears anywhere in the system.
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Ready to activate your report?
Submit your loss now and let ReportLost route it to Prince George's County Police, transit, and community channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for you automatically.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Prince George's County Police, TheBus, Maryland Transit Administration, BWI Airport, Prince George's County Animal Services, or any Facebook groups or community organizations mentioned. We connect you to these official channels and community resources but do not represent them. Always follow up directly with official lost and found offices for the most current information on your item's status.