Lost something in Ocean City? Report it and we'll route it to recovery.
One report connects you with the Ocean City Police Department, the Worcester County Humane Society, local Beach Bus services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, searching for a match while you move forward.
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 Ocean City
You report what you've lost
Tell us where, when, and what it looks like. Whether it's your wallet on the boardwalk, your dog near the beach, or your phone from the bus, we gather the details that matter.
We route it to the right places
We notify the Ocean City Police Property Section, connect with local shelters if it's a pet, alert Beach Bus lost and found if needed, and post to the channels where locals are actually looking.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continuously cross-references new found posts, community posts, and local announcements. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check Facebook and Reddit every day.
Where Lost Items End Up in Ocean City
Know the official channels, but let us handle the routing.
Ocean City Police Department
The Police Property Section holds lost items Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Most wallets, phones, glasses, and keys end up here. You can call to ask, but we generate the exact description to provide and ensure your report is filed with the right desk.
Ocean City Beach Bus Lost & Found
The Beach Bus runs May through September along the oceanfront. If you lost something aboard, the lost and found is handled through the same number as the Police Department. We make sure your item description reaches the right dispatcher so it's flagged when checked.
Ocean City Municipal Airport
A smaller regional airport serving the area. If you lost something during travel, the airport office keeps a lost and found during weekday business hours. We tell you which contact to use and what info to include.
Lost Pet? Worcester County Humane Society
If your dog or cat went missing in Ocean City, the Worcester County Humane Society is where strays are brought. They hold animals and reunite owners, but time matters. Report right away so our team alerts the shelter and gets your pet into their system. File a priority lost pet report.
City Hall & Town Services
Ocean City's administrative hub handles various permits and inquiries. For questions about local services or general lost item procedures, you can reach city services. We connect you with the right department for your situation.
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The faster you report, the better your chances.
Once you've filed your report with us, the work begins immediately. No waiting for hours on hold, no wondering which office to call next. Your details are already with the people who matter, and your report is already searching.
Report my lost item →Ocean City spreads across miles of beaches, boardwalks, busy streets, and seasonal crowds. Losing something here means it could end up at the Police Department, the Beach Bus depot, a local shelter, or posted in three different Facebook groups. Each has its own process, its own hours, and its own rules. By the time you've called them all and scrolled through community posts, days have passed.
ReportLost simplifies that. One form, one team that knows Ocean City's systems, and a report that doesn't stop searching. We route your loss to the Ocean City Police, alert the right shelters and transit services, and monitor the channels locals actually use. Once you file, your report keeps working while you handle the rest, with automated alerts for matches that appear throughout your search.
Common Places Things Go Missing in Ocean City
From the beach to the boardwalk to the main streets, we know where to look.
The Boardwalk (1st to 20th Street)
Packed with shops, restaurants, and crowds, especially in summer. Wallets, phones, and jewelry slip out of pockets and bags daily. The Police Department sees a steady stream of boardwalk finds.
The Beach (all oceanfront areas)
Sand and surf claim phones, rings, sunglasses, and beach bags. Items wash up, get buried, or are turned in to lifeguard stations and local shops nearby.
Downtown and Main Commercial District
Shopping areas, dining, and services along Baltimore Avenue and connecting streets. Purses, keys, and glasses are commonly left in shops and restaurants.
Beach Bus Routes (seasonal)
The colorful buses running May through September lose phones, wallets, and bags. Drivers and maintenance staff collect items; reporting quickly improves recovery odds.
Residential and Hotel Districts
Vacation rentals and hotel areas where visitors move between properties. Items left behind in rooms or common areas often end up with property management or the Police Department.
Where Ocean City Locals Search
Active community groups that post found items daily.
Facebook group where locals post and search for lost items
Subreddit for Ocean City discussions and lost item posts
Broader Ocean City community on Reddit
Official page that sometimes posts found items
Questions About Lost Items in Ocean City
How long does the Ocean City Police Department hold lost items?
The Police Property Section keeps items during their business hours (Mon.–Fri., 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). For specifics on storage duration before auction or disposal, call 410-723-6611. This is another reason to report quickly: we notify them right away so your item is flagged.
Can I claim my lost pet from the Worcester County Humane Society?
Yes. The Humane Society holds lost pets and reunites them with owners during their hours (Tue.–Sat., 11 a.m.–5 p.m., closed Mondays). There is a daily care charge. When you file a lost pet report with us, we alert them and post to local networks so your pet is found faster.
What if I lost something on the Beach Bus?
Call the Beach Bus dispatch at 410-723-1606 or the Police Department at 410-723-6611 to report it. The Beach Bus runs seasonally (May through September). Filing a report with us ensures your description reaches dispatch and the item is flagged if someone turns it in.
Is the Ocean City Municipal Airport part of the lost and found network?
The airport has a small lost and found office open weekdays, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. If you lost something at the airport, call 410-213-2471. Our service ensures your report is filed with all relevant local facilities.
How do I search for my lost item on Facebook or Reddit?
Check the 'Lost and Found in Ocean City Maryland' Facebook group and r/oceancitymd on Reddit. These groups see daily posts from locals. However, scrolling every day is exhausting. With ReportLost, your item description is shared to these channels and matched automatically as new posts appear.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the police?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels like the Ocean City Police Department. We don't replace them; we simplify the process of reporting to them and other agencies at once. The Police Department, shelters, and transit services remain the official custodians of lost items.
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Start your search the smart way.
Your lost item might already be sitting in a Police Property bin or posted in a local Facebook group. The sooner you report it through us, the sooner we connect you with the people who can help. In Ocean City's busy season, every hour counts.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Ocean City Police Department, Worcester County Humane Society, Ocean City Beach Bus, Ocean City Municipal Airport, or the Town of Ocean City. We route reports to these official entities on your behalf but do not operate them. Each agency maintains its own policies, hours, and procedures. For official inquiries, contact them directly.