Lost something in Westphalia? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
File one report with ReportLost and we'll notify the Prince George's County Police District VIII, alert local lost and found offices across the county, and post to active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match.
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
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- 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 Westphalia
You describe your lost item
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Include a photo if you have one. We gather the details that matter most.
We route your report to the right places
Your report goes straight to Prince George's County Police, local lost and found services, and relevant community groups. You don't chase down phone numbers or websites.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and cross-references new found items, marketplace listings, and community posts. We alert you when a credible match appears, so you're not refreshing pages every day.
Where to report lost items in Westphalia
The channels that matter, and what ReportLost does for you
Prince George's County Police
District VIII serves Westphalia. You can report lost property by phone, and they maintain a lost and found system. ReportLost notifies the right district desk on your behalf and ensures your report is filed correctly.
Prince George's County Services
The county coordinates lost property inquiries through its main service center. ReportLost generates the exact information you need to include and points you to the right department.
Maryland Transit Administration (MTA)
If you lost your item on a Metrobus or Metrorail, MTA's lost and found holds items for 30 days. You can report through MC311 or call directly. ReportLost tells you exactly what info to provide.
Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI serves the broader metro area. Their lost and found office can be reached during business hours. ReportLost connects you to the right process if your loss happened at or near the airport.
Lost Pet?
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Westphalia, Prince George's County Animal Services and local shelters need to hear from you immediately. Time matters for pets. File a priority lost pet report to reach the right animal control office and community networks fast.
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Start your report now
The sooner you file, the sooner your item is in the search pipeline across all the right places. Once your report is submitted, the legwork becomes ours.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Westphalia can feel scattered. You don't know whether to call the police non-emergency line, check the county's lost and found system, post on Facebook, or visit shops and transit offices individually. And even after you report it, the search feels like it rests entirely on you. Local channels exist, but they're disconnected, and items can slip through the cracks quickly.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report covers all the right channels at once, and then keeps working on your behalf. Instead of you checking Facebook groups and local lost and found offices every few days for months, your report stays active, automatically matching against new found items and community posts. File once, get peace of mind, and let the search happen in the background.
Common places items go missing in Westphalia
Knowing where you lost something helps us route your report faster
Westphalia Town Center
The busy retail and mixed-use hub where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently mislaid in stores, parking areas, and restaurants.
Upper Marlboro downtown
The county seat's main business and civic district, where lost items turn up at city offices, shops, and parking facilities.
Transit stops and bus routes
MTA Metrobus stops and transfer points where bags, phones, and accessories are left behind on rides or on benches.
Residential neighborhoods
Items lost while moving, during deliveries, or in yards are often picked up by neighbors or kept at local police lost and found offices.
Routes near BWI Airport
Travelers passing through or near the airport sometimes lose items during transit to and from flights.
Where Westphalia residents search for lost items
Community networks that often see found items posted
Facebook community boards and neighborhood groups
Dedicated pet lost and found groups
Reddit communities for the county and state
Neighborhood app where neighbors post found items
Common questions about losing items in Westphalia
How long does the Prince George's County Police hold lost property?
Police lost and found offices typically hold items for 30 to 60 days, depending on the district. Once the holding period expires, unclaimed items may be disposed of or donated. ReportLost keeps your report active during that window and beyond, continuously matching against new items.
What if I lost something on an MTA bus?
MTA's lost and found holds items for 30 days. You can file a report by calling MC311 at 311 (or 240-777-0311, Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) or contacting MTA directly at 410-333-2387. ReportLost can submit that report on your behalf and track it.
How do I pick up a lost item from Prince George's County Police?
Contact District VIII directly at 301-516-5200 or visit their office at 8803 Police Plaza, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. They'll confirm they have your item and provide pickup instructions. ReportLost ensures your item description is filed so police can match it quickly.
Can I report a lost item at BWI Airport through ReportLost?
Yes. If you lost something at or traveling through BWI, ReportLost can file a report with the airport's lost and found (443-960-5424) and alert other local services. Airport lost and found offices typically hold items for longer periods than street-level locations.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for either 12 months, depending on the option you choose at signup. During that entire time, your report keeps searching for a match across new found items, community posts, and local marketplace listings. You'll get an alert as soon as a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service or part of the police department?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not the police, but we make it easy to report to them and other county services at once. We complement the official lost and found system by keeping your report active and continuously searching, so you don't have to.
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Don't let your lost item disappear into the system
Every moment counts. Filing your report early gives you the best chance of recovery, and once it's done, you can relax. Your report will be working for you across all the right channels for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Prince George's County Police Department, Prince George's County Government, Maryland Transit Administration, BWI Airport, or any other government or private entity mentioned on this page. We submit reports to and coordinate with these official services on your behalf, but we are not part of them. Always verify current hours, policies, and contact information with official sources directly.