Lost and found in Cape Elizabeth, Maine: how to report and retrieve your belongings
Lost property in Cape Elizabeth is managed by the police department, local shelters for animals, and individual businesses or venues. ReportLost files your report with the right local authority and keeps it active, automatically matching it against new found items posted in the area.
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 Cape Elizabeth
You report the loss
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details we need to reach the right people in town.
We contact the responsible department
We route your report to the Cape Elizabeth Police Department, animal control, or the venue where your item may be, depending on where it was lost. We also publish your report to relevant local groups.
Your report stays active
While you go about your day, your report continues to search for a match. We monitor local posts, marketplace listings, and announcements, and alert you immediately if something matching your description turns up.
Where lost items go in Cape Elizabeth
Each type of loss has a home. Here's where to look, and what ReportLost handles on your behalf.
Cape Elizabeth Police Department
Items found on town property, in public spaces, or turned in by residents often end up here. The police also handle lost wallets, phones, keys, and other personal effects found around town. We tell you the exact department, contact number, and steps to file your report there.
Town of Cape Elizabeth
The town office can direct you to the right department depending on what you've lost and where. They maintain records and can advise on procedures for claiming found property held by the town.
Animal Control
Found a lost dog, cat, or other pet in Cape Elizabeth? Animal control, reachable through the police department, responds to stray animals and can help reunite them with their owners. Lost pet reports can also be filed with regional shelters and the national Lost database. File a priority lost pet report.
Businesses and public venues
Items left at shops, restaurants, cafes, the library, or other town locations are typically held by the business itself. We generate a list of places to contact based on where you were when you realized the loss.
Portland Jetport (nearby)
If your loss occurred at or near Portland International Jetport during travel, contact the airport's lost and found directly. Items may also have been turned in to TSA at the checkpoint.
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Ready to file your report?
The sooner you report a loss, the sooner we can start matching it against new discoveries. Once filed, the work is ours, and your report stays active for 12 months.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Cape Elizabeth, whether on your own property, at a town venue, or during an outing along the coast, sets off a scattered search across different departments and groups. The police handle some items, animal control handles strays, businesses keep their own lost and found, and community members post discoveries on Facebook and other platforms. Finding the right place to report and tracking down your belongings takes time and persistence.
ReportLost simplifies that process. File one report with us, and we ensure the Cape Elizabeth Police Department and the relevant local channels are notified. More importantly, your report keeps searching for you for 12 months, automatically checking against new discoveries and alerts in the area, so you don't have to refresh social media or call around every day.
Common areas where items are lost in Cape Elizabeth
These locations account for most reports in town. Include the specific area in your report so we can contact the right place.
Downtown and Ocean House Road
Town center, municipal buildings, shops, and dining along the main corridor.
Fort Williams Park and Portland Head Lighthouse
Popular coastal destinations where wallets, phones, keys, glasses, and jewelry are frequently left on trails or at overlooks.
Two Lights State Park
Beach and rocky shore area where personal items are sometimes lost during outings.
Residential neighborhoods
Items lost in yards, on sidewalks, or during moves through the town's neighborhoods.
Community resources
Local groups and networks where found items are often posted. ReportLost shares your report here so others can help.
Facebook group for lost and found animals across Maine, covering Cape Elizabeth.
Reddit community for Maine residents where lost and found items are sometimes posted.
Official police page that publishes town alerts and community information.
National lost pet database where missing and found pets in Cape Elizabeth are tracked.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cape Elizabeth Police Department hold lost items?
The police typically hold items for a set period before disposal or donation. Check with the police department directly at 207-767-3323 for their specific retention timeline and to confirm whether your item has been turned in.
Can I file a lost item report by phone with the Cape Elizabeth Police Department?
Yes. Call the police non-emergency line at 207-767-3323 to report a loss and ask where to retrieve it if found. You can also visit the police station at 325 Ocean House Road during business hours.
What if I lost a pet in Cape Elizabeth?
Contact animal control immediately at 207-767-3323 (press 0). Also post on Maine Lost & Found Pets Group and other local networks, and check PawBoost and Lost My Kitty databases. File a dedicated lost pet report with us for year-long active searching.
Where should I look if I lost something at Fort Williams Park or Portland Head Lighthouse?
Contact the Cape Elizabeth Parks and Recreation department or the town office first. Items found at these popular destinations may be held there. You can also check local Facebook groups where hikers and park visitors often post found items.
How do I claim a found item from the town or police?
Call the Cape Elizabeth Police Department at 207-767-3323 or the town office at 207-799-0881 to verify your item is in their possession, then visit in person to claim it. Bring identification and be prepared to describe the item in detail.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the Cape Elizabeth Police Department or the town?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you file reports with the right local authorities and keeps your report active and searching for 12 months. It does not replace calling or visiting the police directly, but it takes the legwork out of figuring out who to contact and tracking your loss over time.
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The sooner your loss is reported, the sooner local departments and community networks can start looking. Fill out your report below, and we'll handle the rest.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Cape Elizabeth Police Department, the Town of Cape Elizabeth, animal control, or any other local agency listed on this page. We file reports on your behalf where those agencies accept third-party reports, and publish your report to relevant community channels. You may also contact these agencies directly. For emergencies, call 911.