Lost something in Gaithersburg? Here is who holds found property.
File one report with us, and we connect it to the Gaithersburg Police Department, Montgomery County Animal Services, Ride On transit, local community channels, and monitor the web continuously for matches across marketplace listings and social posts.
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
Reported in Gaithersburg
- WalletSeptember 24
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You describe what you lost
Tell us what it is, when and where you lost it, and any identifying details. We handle the documentation.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Gaithersburg Police non-emergency line, Montgomery County Animal Services if it's a pet, Ride On if it was transit, and we alert the community channels that matter.
We search the web for you, every day
Our system scans marketplaces, Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and other local channels continuously for matching found posts. You get an alert the moment we spot a credible match, so you don't have to check yourself.
Where to Report (and What We Do For You)
Gaithersburg's lost and found ecosystem explained.
Gaithersburg Police Department
The Police non-emergency line is your direct channel for lost property reports in Gaithersburg. We identify which precinct covers your loss location and prepare your report in the format they expect.
301-279-8000 (non-emergency)|police@gaithersburgmd.gov|16 South Summit Avenue
City of Gaithersburg — City Hall
City Hall handles general city inquiries and can direct you to the right department for certain lost items or property issues. We generate the exact information and context to include when you reach out.
301-258-6300|cityhall@gaithersburgmd.gov|31 South Summit Avenue
Ride On (Montgomery County Transit)
Lost something on a Ride On bus in or through Gaithersburg? The Gaithersburg Depot handles those claims. We connect you to the right depot contact and help you provide the route and time details they'll ask for.
Gaithersburg Depot: 240-777-5925|MC311 or 311|Ride On Lost & Found
BWI & Reagan National Airports
If you lost something while traveling through BWI (Baltimore/Washington International) or Reagan National, each airport's lost and found operates independently. We help you identify which airport and what details to provide.
BWI Lost & Found: 443-960-5424|BWI Airport Lost & Found|Reagan National Lost & Found: 703-417-0110
Montgomery County Animal Services
Lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Gaithersburg? Montgomery County Animal Services operates the shelter and lost pet database. Report immediately, then file a priority lost pet report with us so we monitor all local pet channels and shelters for matches.
Lost Pet Report (24PetConnect)|300 N Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg
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Start searching smarter, today.
The sooner you report, the sooner our system begins watching. Most lost items turn up within the first few weeks, and our continuous web scan catches them even if you're not checking every group and marketplace yourself.
Report my lost item →Gaithersburg spreads across parks, transit lines, shopping areas, and residential neighborhoods. Whether you lost something at a Ride On bus stop, in downtown, at Montgomery County Animal Services, or anywhere in between, the trail gets cold fast when you're calling each office separately and checking Facebook groups by hand every day.
ReportLost simplifies everything. One form, and we file it with Gaithersburg Police, alert the right city departments, post to community channels, and then our system watches the entire web on your behalf for six to twelve months, scanning for found notices that match your item. You can focus on your day while we run the surveillance.
Common places people lose things in Gaithersburg
If you can pinpoint where you lost it, that detail makes all the difference.
Downtown Gaithersburg & Summit Avenue
The historic core around City Hall, shops, restaurants, and the Gaithersburg Library, where wallets, phones, and bags slip away easily.
Ride On Bus Stops & Transit Stations
Bus shelters, depot waiting areas, and vehicles along major routes where people commute daily and items fall behind seats or are forgotten on boarding.
Shopping & Commercial Areas
Retail districts, parking lots, and shopping centers across Gaithersburg where items are lost during errands and outings.
Parks & Recreation Spaces
City parks and recreational facilities where lost keys, sunglasses, water bottles, and pet collars are common finds.
Residential Neighborhoods
Quiet streets and apartment complexes where items vanish on walks or during moving and community events.
The Gaithersburg community is watching too
Monitor these channels yourself, and we'll scan them for you around the clock.
Facebook group for pet reunions
General lost and found community posts
Local community and lost item discussions
Neighborhood-level lost and found alerts
Common questions about losing things in Gaithersburg
How long does Gaithersburg Police hold lost property?
The Gaithersburg Police Department stores lost and found items, but holding periods vary. Call the non-emergency line at 301-279-8000 to ask about your specific item and how long it will be kept before being donated or discarded.
What if I lost something on a Ride On bus?
Call the Gaithersburg Depot directly at 240-777-5925 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM) or call MC311 / 311 to identify which depot your route uses. Have your bus number, route, and approximate time ready.
What's the fastest way to report a lost pet?
File a lost report immediately with Montgomery County Animal Services via 24PetConnect (online) or by visiting the shelter at 300 N Summit Avenue. Then post to the Gaithersburg Lost & Found Cats, Dogs & Pets Facebook group and contact local rescue groups. Filing a ReportLost pet report adds continuous web monitoring for all found notices.
If I lost something at an airport, where do I go first?
If it was at BWI, call 443-960-5424 (8 AM to 8 PM). If it was at Reagan National, call 703-417-0110 (7:30 AM to 4 PM weekdays). Provide your flight details, terminal, and a description. Check within a few days, as airport procedures move items quickly.
How long does ReportLost monitor for matches?
Our system continuously scans community channels, marketplaces, and social posts for six to twelve months after you file. We send you an alert as soon as we detect a match, so you don't have to manually check every day.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police report?
ReportLost is an independent service, not a government agency. We work alongside the police and other local services, not instead of them. We handle the paperwork routing and automated web surveillance so you don't have to juggle calls and daily checks yourself. For your legal record, a police report is still recommended for theft or very valuable items.
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Ready to recover what you lost?
One form gets your item into all the right hands and puts our system to work watching for it. Once you submit, you can relax, knowing we're searching every corner of the web on your behalf.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Gaithersburg Police Department, City of Gaithersburg, Montgomery County Animal Services, Ride On transit, or any airport authority. We work to complement these official channels, not replace them. Always file a police report directly for stolen or high-value items, and contact local animal control immediately if a pet is missing. Our service handles coordination and automated monitoring only.