Lost something in Berkley? Report it and keep searching for it.
One report reaches Berkley Public Safety, the city clerk's office, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, so you don't have to check the same places twice.
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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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Berkley
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need to alert the right Berkley departments and services in one go.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Berkley Public Safety, city services, SMART bus lost and found, and gets posted to local community channels so neighbors can help.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and checks new found posts, community listings, and local channels for a match. You'll get an alert if a match shows up, so you can focus on your day while we search.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Berkley
These are the official channels you can contact directly. ReportLost handles all the routing for you.
Berkley Public Safety
The first stop for lost items in the city. Public Safety handles lost and found reports and can direct you to the right department. You can call Dispatch 24/7, or reach the Detective Bureau during office hours. We tell you which number to use and what details to include.
Call Dispatch: 248-658-3380|Detective Bureau (M–F 8 AM–4 PM): 248-658-3390|Visit Berkley Public Safety
City of Berkley Offices
If your item was lost at a city building or during a city event, the City Clerk's Office can help direct your inquiry or hold a report. We generate the exact contact info and location so you know where to reach out.
City Clerk's Office: 248-658-3310|City Hall, 3338 Coolidge Hwy
Transit Services
If you lost something on a local bus or at a transit stop, SMART bus and TheRide both operate in the Berkley area. Each service maintains a lost and found. We point you to the right transit operator based on where you traveled.
SMART Lost & Found (Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM)|TheRide: 734-973-6500
Lost Pets
If you've lost a cat or dog, alert Berkley Public Safety right away. They keep a list of lost and found animals and work with local rescues. Community networks like PawBoost and local Facebook groups also spread the word fast. file a priority lost pet report with us to activate urgent search support.
Berkley Public Safety: 248-658-3380|View Lost & Found Animals
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Every moment counts, but so does having a plan.
The sooner you file a report, the sooner Berkley Public Safety and local services know to look. Once you've reported with us, you can breathe. Your report is working while you're taking care of other things.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Berkley can feel scattered. Your wallet might be at Berkley Public Safety, your keys at a local business, your dog in a neighbor's yard. Each place has its own system, its own hours, its own form. You end up making five phone calls instead of one, and nothing stays searched after that first call.
ReportLost simplifies that. File one report with us, and we connect you to Berkley Public Safety, the city's community channels, and transit services all at once. Then your report stays active, continuing to check for matches across local found posts and alerts, for 12 months. You report once and stop worrying about forgetting to follow up somewhere.
Where Things Get Lost in Berkley
Common loss locations and what to check first
Downtown Berkley & Coolidge Highway
The commercial heart with shops, restaurants, and the city hall area. Lost wallets and phones often turn up at local businesses here.
12 Mile Road Corridor
A major through-street with transit stops, shopping, and frequent foot traffic. Items left on buses or at stops often make their way to dispatch.
Residential neighborhoods
Found items often end up with neighbors or at local community centers. Posting in neighborhood groups spreads the word fast.
Parks and recreation areas
Rings, glasses, and pet items disappear in open spaces. Check with the parks department or nearby residents in the area.
Community Help
Neighbors in Berkley and the wider Detroit area stay connected through these channels
Facebook group for the whole state, very active for pet reunions
Berkley community on Reddit, good for local posts and advice
Wider Detroit area subreddit, useful for regional lost and found posts
Dedicated lost and found pet network with alerts
Local neighborhood app where found items often get posted quickly
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will Berkley Public Safety hold a lost item?
Items held at Berkley Public Safety are typically kept for 30 days or longer, depending on the item. Call the Detective Bureau at 248-658-3390 during business hours (M–F 8 AM–4 PM) to check if your item has been turned in and how long it will be held.
What if I lost something on a bus in Berkley?
SMART buses in Berkley keep lost and found items for 7 business days. Call or visit their Lost & Found portal as soon as possible. If you're unsure which service you rode, ReportLost helps you identify the right transit operator.
Can I file a report with just a general description?
Yes. Tell us what it looks like, where you last had it, and roughly when. The more details you provide, the better we can help, but we'll work with what you remember.
Do I need to visit Berkley Public Safety in person?
No. You can file a report by phone at 248-658-3380 during dispatch hours or 248-658-3390 during office hours (M–F 8 AM–4 PM). ReportLost can also help you file and then route it on your behalf.
What happens if my lost pet isn't found in the first week?
If your pet hasn't turned up, your search needs to stay active. Berkley Public Safety updates a lost and found pet list, and we'll keep your report active across community channels and rescue networks for your entire search period, automatically checking new posts and alerts so you don't have to.
Is ReportLost official? Do I have to use it instead of calling Berkley Public Safety directly?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of Berkley Public Safety. You can always call the police or city departments directly. ReportLost's job is to save you time by routing one report to all the right places at once and keeping it actively searched for months, so you don't have to make five separate calls or check ten different places repeatedly.
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Report your loss now. Berkley can help.
The sooner you get the word out, the sooner someone may find it. File your report with ReportLost, and we'll connect you to Berkley Public Safety, city services, and your community. Then your report stays active, searching for a match while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Berkley Public Safety, the City of Berkley, SMART bus, TheRide, or any other city department or transit agency. We help you file reports and route them to the right channels, but we do not replace direct contact with official services. Always call 248-658-3380 for emergencies or time-sensitive matters.