Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in Temple Hills? Here is who holds found property.
One report to ReportLost, and we notify the Prince George's County Police Department, local animal services, transit lost & found, and the right community channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for a match during your entire search period.
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 it works
You tell us what you lost
Describe your item, where you last had it, and when. Whether it's your ring at a local shop, your phone on the bus, or your cat missing from your neighborhood, we capture the details that matter.
We route it to the right places
We contact the Prince George's County Police Department, Prince George's County Animal Services, Maryland Transit Administration if applicable, and amplify your report across local Facebook groups and community networks—so you don't have to chase each office yourself.
Your report searches for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and automatically checks new found-item posts, social media announcements, and local listings. The moment a credible match surfaces, we alert you—no need to refresh lost-pet groups or marketplace sites every day.
Where lost items go in Temple Hills
Here's what each office handles and how to connect, or let us do it for you.
Prince George's County Police Department
The primary agency for lost and found reports in Temple Hills. You can file a report directly or call their non-emergency line. We pinpoint the right precinct for your location and generate the exact information to include, so your report gets to the right desk fast.
Lost Pets & Animal Services
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing, Prince George's County Animal Services maintains a searchable lost and found pet database. They hold found animals for 30 days and post updates to 24PetConnect. Community members also post lost and found pets in the Lost and Found Pets Prince George's County Facebook group. To maximize visibility, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost and we'll amplify it across local networks.
Public Transit Lost & Found
If you left your wallet or phone on a Maryland Transit Administration bus or if your item was lost during a trip to the DC area (WMATA), each system maintains its own lost and found. Items are typically held for 30 days. We help you file reports with the right transit authority so you don't have to call multiple departments.
Maryland Transit Administration: 410-333-2387|WMATA (DC Metro): 202-962-1195
Airport Lost & Found
If your loss happened at BWI, DCA, or IAD while traveling, each airport maintains a lost and found office. Items are held for 30 days. Report directly with the airport or let us help you file the report and follow up with the correct terminal location.
BWI Airport Lost & Found: 443-960-5424|Reagan National (DCA): 703-417-0110|Dulles (IAD): 703-572-8479
Businesses & Public Spaces
Many local shops, restaurants, and community centers in Temple Hills keep lost and found bins. If you left your ring, glasses, or bag at a specific store or event, we help you identify the business and craft the right inquiry so you reach the manager who handles found items.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner we start routing your report and searching. Every day counts, and once your report is in, you can stop making the rounds yourself.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Temple Hills throws you into a maze: the police department handles reports, the county animal shelter tracks lost pets, transit authorities manage bus lost & found, and scattered Facebook groups fill with daily posts. Each office works independently, and you're left making phone calls, visiting in person, and refreshing social media feeds hoping someone posts your item.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. One report reaches the Prince George's County Police, Animal Services, and local community channels at once. Then your report stays active, automatically cross-checking new found items and announcements against your description for months, so you can stop worrying and let the search continue in the background.
Common places where things go missing in Temple Hills
Lost items in these neighborhoods and zones can end up in different systems. Tell us where you were, and we'll know who to contact.
Downtown Temple Hills & 28th Avenue Corridor
The main commercial and civic hub around 28th Avenue where shops, the Multi-Service Center, and local businesses cluster. Wallets and phones lost here often turn up at nearby registers or get reported to the police department.
Residential Streets & Neighborhoods
Tree-lined suburban areas where pets go missing and personal items are left at neighbors' houses. Local Facebook groups and community networks are especially active in finding lost dogs and cats from residential blocks.
Transit Stops & Bus Routes
MTA bus stops and routes serving Temple Hills. Items left on buses are held by the Maryland Transit Administration; let us know if your loss happened during a commute and we'll file with the right transit authority.
Nearby Shopping Centers
Retail and strip mall locations where wallets, purses, and personal items are frequently left on checkout counters or in parking lots. Staff at these businesses can help, or we can help you reach them.
Local community networks
Neighbors and community members post lost and found items daily. ReportLost gets your report into these channels automatically.
Facebook group for lost and found pets across the county, including Temple Hills
Neighborhood-specific Facebook groups where locals post lost items and sightings
Reddit communities where Temple Hills residents and nearby neighbors post about lost items and pets
Frequently asked questions
How long do police departments and shelters hold lost items in Temple Hills?
The Prince George's County Police Department typically holds items for 30–90 days, depending on the item and the precinct. Prince George's County Animal Services holds found pets for 30 days. Transit agencies (MTA and WMATA) hold items for 30 days. Call ahead to confirm the exact holding period for your specific item.
Do I have to visit the police station or animal shelter in person?
Not always. You can report lost items by phone to the Prince George's County Police non-emergency line (301-352-1200) or to Animal Services (301-780-7200). For pets, you can also check the online database at 24PetConnect without visiting. ReportLost files the report on your behalf and follows up, so you only need to visit if your item is located.
What if I lost my pet? How do I search the county's lost pet database?
Call Prince George's County Animal Services at 301-780-7200 and ask to check if your pet has been brought in. You can also visit their facility or check the 24PetConnect online database. We recommend filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to amplify your pet's description across local Facebook groups and community networks simultaneously.
What if my item was lost on the Metro or a local bus?
If lost on an MTA bus, call 410-333-2387. If lost on WMATA (DC Metro), call 202-962-1195 or visit their website. Provide your route and the date you lost the item. ReportLost can help file and follow up with both agencies so you don't have to juggle multiple calls.
How long will ReportLost keep searching for my item?
Your report stays active for either 12 months, depending on your choice. During that entire period, we automatically cross-check new found-item posts, announcements, and marketplace listings against your description and alert you if a credible match appears. You're not paying per month; it's a one-time report that works for you continuously.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service. We're not run by the police department, Animal Services, or any government agency. However, we work directly with these official offices, file reports on your behalf, and integrate with their systems and community channels. Think of us as the coordinator who makes sure your report reaches the right place and stays active in the search.
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Don't let your lost item fade away
File your report now and let ReportLost connect you to Prince George's County authorities and local networks. Your report will keep searching for you every day, so you can focus on the rest of your life.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Prince George's County Police Department, Prince George's County Animal Services, Maryland Transit Administration, the City of Temple Hills, or any government agency. We work to coordinate reports and distribute information to these agencies and local community channels on your behalf. Always verify contact details and services directly with official sources.