Lost something in Parole? Report it and let us handle the search.
File one report and we deliver it to Anne Arundel County Police, local transit authority, city services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, matching against new found items and online posts so you don't have to check back 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
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Parole
You file a report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to reach the right people in Anne Arundel County.
We route it to the right places
Your loss gets sent to Anne Arundel County Police, MTA lost and found if it's transit, local found pet networks if applicable, and community groups that are already searching.
Your report keeps searching
We don't stop after day one. Your report stays active for your entire search period, matching new found posts and listings so you can focus on other things while the search continues behind the scenes.
Where Lost Items Go in Parole
These are the official channels. ReportLost connects you to all of them at once.
Anne Arundel County Police
If you've lost an item in a public space or believe it involves a crime, Anne Arundel County Police maintains lost property reports. We'll file the report with the right precinct and tell you which desk covers your loss location.
Maryland Transit Administration (MTA)
Lost something on a local bus or in a transit hub? MTA's lost and found holds items for 30 days and checks against found reports daily. We'll make sure your description reaches them so they can match it as soon as a driver or passenger turns it in. Items held for 30 days.
MTA Lost and Found: 410-333-2387|Anne Arundel Transit Lost & Found: 410-222-0022|Report online at mta.maryland.gov
City and County Services
If you lost your wallet or phone in a municipal building, at City Hall, or at a county service center, local staff keep a lost and found. We'll direct your report to the right department and help you describe exactly where you think you lost it.
BWI Airport (if applicable)
Lost your wallet, phone, or luggage while flying out of BWI? The airport's lost and found is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Call or email them directly, and we can help you prepare the details they'll need.
BWI Lost and Found: 443-960-5424|Email: BWILostandFound@smartecarte.com|Report at bwiairport.com
Lost Pets
Missing a cat or dog? Anne Arundel County Animal Services displays lost pet reports for 14 days and coordinates with shelters and rescue networks across the region. Act quickly and file a priority lost pet report to maximize visibility during the critical first hours.
Anne Arundel County Animal Services: 410-222-8900|Anne Arundel SPCA: 410-268-4801
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The sooner you report, the sooner the network starts working.
Every hour matters when something goes missing. Once your report is in the system, Anne Arundel County services and community groups can spot your item as soon as it comes through their doors or gets posted online. You've done the hardest part; let us route it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Parole means dealing with separate agencies: Anne Arundel County Police, the local transit system, animal services if it's a pet, plus scattered community Facebook groups. Each has its own process and holds items for different lengths of time. Figuring out where to look and who to contact takes hours you don't have.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report reaches all the right channels at once, and here's the difference that matters: your report doesn't disappear after you submit it. It stays active throughout your search period, continuously matching against new found items and community posts without you having to refresh and recheck every morning. Once you've reported, you can breathe; the network keeps working for you.
Common Places to Lose Things in Parole
If you remember where you lost your item, it helps us point your report to the right local office.
Downtown Annapolis & Parole Street Area
High-traffic retail and civic district where wallets, phones, and rings go missing in shops, restaurants, and around City Hall.
Parole Transit Hub
Buses and transit waiting areas are common loss spots. MTA checks the lost and found daily, especially during rush hours.
Quiet Waters Park & Waterfront
Outdoor recreation area where backpacks, glasses, and pet dogs sometimes get left behind or wander off.
Bay Ridge & Residential Neighborhoods
Home driveways, porches, and local shops where personal items are frequently left during errands and deliveries.
BWI Airport (for travelers)
Security lines, gates, and baggage claim where travelers lose wallets and phones during the rush to board.
Community Networks Actively Searching
Parole residents and Anne Arundel County watch these spaces for lost items every day. We post to them so you don't have to.
Facebook group for reuniting lost pets
Reddit community for local news and lost item posts
Neighborhood and community pages sharing found items
Local hyper-community posts where neighbors report finds
Questions About Lost Items in Parole
How long do MTA buses hold lost items?
The Maryland Transit Administration holds lost items for 30 days. After that, items are disposed of. If you report through ReportLost, we ensure your description reaches MTA right away so they can match it as soon as it's turned in.
How long does Anne Arundel County Animal Services keep a lost pet report active?
Lost pet reports are displayed for 14 days on their public listing. This is why speed matters for pets. File immediately and use our priority pet report feature to maximize visibility across shelters and rescue networks during those critical first two weeks.
What if I lost something at BWI Airport?
BWI's Lost and Found is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Call 443-960-5424 with your description, or email BWILostandFound@smartecarte.com. ReportLost can help you organize the details to give them, and we'll keep a record of your report for follow-up.
Where do I reclaim a lost item from Anne Arundel County Police?
If the police are holding your item, call 410-222-8610 to ask which precinct has it and arrange pickup. You'll typically need to provide a description and proof of ownership. We help prepare that description when you file your report.
Can I report something lost online with the county?
Anne Arundel County Police accepts reports by phone. ReportLost streamlines this by filing the report, organizing your information, and keeping your case active across all local services for months, so you don't have to call back repeatedly.
Is ReportLost.org official or run by the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with Anne Arundel County Police or any government agency. We're a coordinating tool that connects your report to official lost and found services and community networks at once. We don't replace the police report; we make sure it reaches the right desks and stays searchable while you're looking.
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Start your report now. We'll take it from here.
The first step is the easiest: describe what you lost, where, and when. We'll handle routing it to Anne Arundel County Police, MTA, animal services if needed, and community channels. Your report will keep working for you for months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Anne Arundel County Police, the Maryland Transit Administration, BWI Airport, Anne Arundel County Animal Services, or any government agency listed above. We coordinate and route lost item reports to official lost and found services and community channels to improve the odds of recovery. Filing a report with ReportLost does not replace filing a police report or contacting services directly if needed. Always retain contact numbers and case details for your own records.