Lost and found in Gray, Maine: how to report and search for your belongings
Lost property in Gray is handled by the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office, local transit services, and individual businesses. ReportLost files your report with the right department and keeps your search active.
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
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to report a lost item in Gray
You file a report with us
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need and identify the right local department or service to contact.
We route your report to the right place
We file with the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office where they accept third-party reports, or direct you to the exact office, phone number, and steps where you'll need to follow up yourself. If your item was on a METRO or Rabbit Transit bus, we alert that service too.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report keeps looking for matches across local police records, transit lost and found logs, and community posts. You don't have to check Facebook groups or call around yourself. We notify you if a credible match appears.
Where lost items go in Gray
Each channel below handles its own lost and found. ReportLost connects you to the right one.
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
Items found and reported to law enforcement in Gray are processed by the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office. We identify which division covers your loss location and file your report where third-party submissions are accepted. You can also call them directly at (207) 774-1444 or contact Cumberland County Regional Communications at (839) 5581 to check if your item has been turned in.
Local bus services
If you lost something on a METRO or Rabbit Transit bus, each service maintains its own lost and found. We can tell you which one to contact and what details to include. METRO also accepts lost item reports through their online form. Items are typically held for a set period before being discarded.
Greater Portland METRO lost and found form|Rabbit Transit lost and found
Shops, restaurants, and public venues
Wallets, phones, keys, and glasses turned in at local businesses are kept at the front desk or customer service counter. Call the place where you think you left it as soon as possible; retention policies vary and items move quickly.
Lost or found pets
If you've lost a dog or cat, the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland handles lost pet reports for Gray and surrounding towns. They also work with local animal control and shelters to reunite pets with their families. Post on community pet groups and notify local rescues immediately.
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File your report today
Once you report a loss to ReportLost, the work of contacting the right department and staying vigilant shifts to us. Your description stays in the system, matching against new found items for a full year.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Gray, whether it's a ring, wallet, passport, or pair of glasses, means contacting several separate places. The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office holds items found and reported to them, local bus services like METRO and Rabbit Transit have their own lost and found systems, and businesses keep what's turned in to them. Without a clear starting point, many people spend weeks calling the wrong number or miss their item because they didn't know where to look.
ReportLost simplifies this by taking your report once and routing it to the departments that matter. You describe what you lost, we file it where the system accepts third-party reports, and most importantly, your report stays active for a full year, automatically checking against new items found and community posts. Once you've filed, you can focus on your day while the search continues.
Common places to lose items in Gray
These areas see the most lost and found activity. Report where you lost your item so we can route to the right service.
Downtown Gray and Main Street
Shops, town offices, and public parking around the municipal complex.
Gray area transit stations and bus stops
METRO and Rabbit Transit hubs where items are left on buses or at passenger areas.
Routes 4, 26, and 202 corridors
State route areas, rest stops, and commercial zones where travelers frequently stop.
Local restaurants and retail
Shopping centers and dining establishments where wallets, glasses, and phones are commonly misplaced.
Community posts and networks
Gray residents often post lost and found items in these groups. ReportLost cross-checks your report against new posts automatically.
Facebook group for missing and found pets across Maine
Another active Maine pet recovery community
Official town Facebook page where community notices are shared
Reddit community for lost and found animals
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office hold lost items?
The specific retention period varies. Contact Cumberland County Regional Communications at (839) 5581 or the main Sheriff's Office line at (207) 774-1444 to ask about your item. The sooner you file a report, the sooner staff can locate and hold your property for you.
How do I claim my item from the Sheriff's Office?
Once you confirm your item has been found and is being held, contact the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office directly to arrange pickup or delivery. They'll provide instructions on where and when to claim it.
What happens to items found on METRO or Rabbit Transit buses?
Bus services hold items for a limited time. Call METRO at (207) 774-0351 or Rabbit Transit's customer service at 1-800-632-9063 to report and check on your item. The longer you wait, the less likely the item will still be available.
Can ReportLost file a report if I lost my item on a bus?
Yes. We generate the information you need to contact the right transit service and file the report on your behalf where they accept third-party submissions. Your report then stays active in the system for 12 months, automatically checking against items newly logged as found.
How does ReportLost keep searching after I file?
Once your report is active, we monitor police lost and found logs, transit services, and community posts in social media groups for matches. If something matching your description appears, we alert you. You don't have to call around or check Facebook groups yourself every day.
Is ReportLost official or part of the Gray police or town government?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside local law enforcement and public services. We're not a government agency, but we follow official procedures and file reports where the departments accept third-party submissions. We're a tool to simplify the reporting process and extend the search for a full year.
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Start your search in Gray
The sooner your report is filed, the sooner the search begins. After you submit, we handle the routing and the 12-month watch. You'll hear from us if there's a match.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office, Gray town government, Greater Portland METRO, Rabbit Transit, the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, or any other local agency or business. We file reports and conduct searches in accordance with the policies and procedures of each service, which may vary by department or venue.