Lost items in Scarborough, Maine: reporting and recovery options
Lost property in Scarborough is managed through the Police Department, Greater Portland Metro transit, and individual businesses, with each location maintaining its own system. ReportLost files your report across these channels and keeps your report active, automatically checking for matches so you don't have to.
What did you lose?
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost helps you
You report what you've lost
Describe your lost item, where you lost it, and when. We handle all the details.
We direct your report to the right places
Your report goes to the Scarborough Police Department, transit services, and relevant local venues. We identify which office to contact and provide you the exact next steps.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report continues to match against found items reported to local services and community channels. You receive an alert if a credible match surfaces, so you can focus on other things.
Where lost items end up in Scarborough
Each local service handles lost property separately. Here's how to reach them directly, or let ReportLost do it for you.
Scarborough Police Department
The Police Department's non-emergency line is your first stop for items lost on public property, in municipal buildings, or anywhere in town. We identify which department covers your loss location and provide you the exact contact method.
Greater Portland Metro Transit
If you left something on a Greater Portland Metro bus or at a transit facility, the Metro lost and found is your direct channel. Use their form or call the office to check whether your item has been turned in. We can point you to their request process.
Portland Jetport
Scarborough is close to Portland International Jetport. If you lost an item at the terminal, including at the security checkpoint, the Jetport's lost and found system tracks it. Submit an inquiry through their form or call for assistance.
Lost pet
If your cat or dog has gone missing, contact the Scarborough Police Department's animal control officer or reach out to local animal shelters and rescue groups. Time matters for lost pets, and these organizations coordinate searches and aid recoveries daily. You can also file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to alert community networks.
Businesses and public venues
Items left at shops, restaurants, parking areas, or other venues are often held by the business itself. We generate the exact information you'll need when contacting them directly, including details to mention to speed up your search.
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Ready to report your lost item?
Once you file with ReportLost, the heavy lifting is done. We connect you with the right local department and keep your report searching in the background for an entire year.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Scarborough can feel scattershot. Your keys might end up at a local business, a wallet on a bus operated by Greater Portland Metro, or a pet in the care of the Scarborough Police Department. Each location has its own lost and found process, and no single place tracks them all.
ReportLost simplifies this. You file once with us, and we route your report to the police, transit authority, and other relevant places where your item is most likely to surface. We file the report where the department accepts third-party reports and give you the exact office, link, and steps where it does not. Your report then stays active for a full year, automatically checking community posts and shelter networks, so you're not refreshing Facebook groups or calling around every day.
Common places where items go missing
Lost items in Scarborough often surface at these locations. Reporting early helps us match your item faster.
US Route 1 corridor
The main commercial and transit spine through town, home to shops, services, and bus stops where items are frequently left behind.
Downtown Scarborough
Municipal buildings, town offices, and local businesses where wallets, keys, and documents often turn up at lost and found desks.
Scarborough Beach and Prouts Neck
Coastal recreational areas where personal items, glasses, and jewelry are common losses during leisure activities.
Portland area (nearby)
Since Scarborough borders Portland, items lost on the metro system or at local businesses nearby are handled by adjacent services.
Community networks for lost items
Local groups on social media actively share found items. Here's where the Scarborough community posts updates.
Community-wide lost and found group covering Maine
Official police page where found items and alerts are occasionally posted
Local subreddit where residents share lost and found updates
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Scarborough Police Department hold lost items?
The Police Department holds lost property for a standard period before disposing of unclaimed items. It's best to contact them promptly at 207-883-6361 once you've reported your loss, as holding periods vary. This is why filing early with ReportLost helps, your report stays active for 12 months while you pursue other leads.
Where do I pick up a lost item after it's found?
If your item is found by the Police Department, you'll typically retrieve it at the Public Safety Building, 275 US Route 1, Scarborough. For items lost on Greater Portland Metro buses, contact the transit office at 207-774-0351 to arrange pickup. For airport items, contact the Jetport directly at 207-992-4600.
What if I lost something at a local restaurant or shop?
Contact the business directly to ask if your item has been turned in to their lost and found. Keep details of what you lost and when, and mention any distinguishing features. Many local businesses hold items for 30 days before discarding them, so don't delay.
What do I do if my pet is missing?
Call the Scarborough Police Department's non-emergency line at 207-883-6361 and ask to speak with animal control. Post on local pet recovery Facebook groups and use services like PawBoost to alert the community. You can also file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to expand the network searching for your dog or cat.
How does ReportLost work with the Scarborough Police and other local services?
ReportLost is an independent service that files your lost item report with the appropriate local departments, such as the Scarborough Police, Greater Portland Metro, and other relevant offices. We then keep your report active for 12 months, automatically matching it against new found items reported locally and in community networks. You don't replace the police or transit authority, we just make the reporting process faster and ensure your report keeps searching long after you file it.
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Get your report started
Take a minute now to file your report with ReportLost. Once it's in the system, we contact the relevant local services and keep the search active for you over the next year.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Scarborough Police Department, Greater Portland Metro, the Town of Scarborough, Portland Jetport, or any local business or shelter mentioned above. We operate separately from these entities and forward your report information to the appropriate local departments and services on your behalf.