Lost something in Harper Woods? Report it and we'll search for you.
One report, routed to Harper Woods Police, local animal services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match your item with found posts and alerts so you don't have to search every day.
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
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- 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
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter to police, animal control, and the community.
We route it to the right places
Your report gets sent to Harper Woods Police Department, Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society (if it's a pet), SMART Transit (if it's on the bus), and posted to local lost and found networks.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire 6 or 12 month search period, your report automatically matches against new found posts, community alerts, and marketplace listings. You get notified the moment a credible match appears, so you can focus on other things.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Harper Woods
Each channel has a role. ReportLost coordinates them all for you.
Harper Woods Police Department
The Police Department takes lost and found reports and can advise on items with potential liability or security concerns. They can also clarify which precinct covers your loss location and what to include in your report.
SMART Transit Lost and Found
If you left your item on a SMART bus, their Lost and Found holds items for 7 business days and operates Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call them with your item description and route details, and we'll help you prepare the right information.
Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)
If your item was lost at DTW during travel, contact the airport's Lost and Found. The TSA Lost and Found office is in the Edward H. McNamara Terminal near gate-level security, open 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Harper Woods City Hall
The City of Harper Woods may hold reports for items found on municipal property or in parks. City offices are open Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed Fridays.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Harper Woods, immediately contact Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society. They coordinate with local vets and field rescue networks and can help you identify recent found animals. Also alert Harper Woods Police at 313-343-2530. File a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to activate community search channels right away.
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The sooner you report, the better.
The first hours matter. Getting your lost item on Harper Woods' community networks and into official channels quickly improves the chance it reaches someone who found it. Once your report is filed with ReportLost, we handle the routing and monitoring, so you can take a breath.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Harper Woods disrupts your whole day. Whether it's a wallet left at a shop on Harper Avenue, a ring lost near the parks, a phone misplaced on a SMART bus, or a beloved pet wandering the neighborhood, you're suddenly juggling calls to the police department, animal shelters, transit lost and found, and scanning multiple Facebook groups and community posts. Each place has different hours, different procedures, and different retention periods.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report, filed once, gets routed to all the right channels, published to the community networks that actually find things, and kept active for months. You don't have to track down phone numbers, re-explain your loss, or log in every morning to check new found posts. Your report is out there, working for you.
Common Places Where Items Go Missing in Harper Woods
Know your area. We'll make sure the right services know about your loss.
Harper Avenue & Downtown
Shops, restaurants, and community services along the main corridor see the most lost and found activity. Wallets, phones, and keys frequently turn up here.
Residential Streets
Kenosha, Beaconsfield, Vernier, and surrounding blocks. Many lost pets and personal items found near homes get reported to neighbors or picked up by residents.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Local parks and green spaces host community activities. Items like glasses, bracelets, and sports gear often surface at recreation centers.
SMART Bus Stops
Transfers, long waits, and busy pickups mean items get left on buses and at shelters. Check with SMART's Lost and Found first if you lost something during transit.
Community Networks Actively Helping
Harper Woods residents use these channels to reconnect lost items with owners.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets in the area
Active on Facebook with lost and found pet alerts and community coordination
Broader networks covering the metro Detroit region, including Harper Woods
Neighborhood-level posts about lost and found items with immediate neighbor visibility
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does SMART Transit hold lost items?
SMART's Lost and Found holds items for 7 business days. Call them as soon as possible at their main number on their website. Items not claimed within that window may be disposed of, so don't delay.
What should I tell Harper Woods Police when reporting a lost item?
Provide a detailed description (color, size, distinguishing marks), where you last had it, and when. If it's a valuable item or contains personal information, mention that. You can file a report online via their Online Citizens Police Reporting System or call 313-343-2530 during business hours.
Who should I contact if I lost a pet in Harper Woods?
Call Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society at 313-884-1551 and Harper Woods Police at 313-343-2530 right away. Post in the local Facebook group 'Harper Woods, Michigan, Lost and Found Pets.' Scout your neighborhood and nearby shelters. Consider filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost so your pet's description stays active in community networks for months.
What happens to items found on buses in Harper Woods?
Drivers turn items in to SMART's central Lost and Found office. Check their website and call during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). You'll need to describe your item and the bus route.
How long does Harper Woods Police keep found items?
Police typically hold found property for 30 to 90 days depending on the item and circumstances. Call 313-343-2530 to ask about your specific item and retention period. Acting quickly is important.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of Harper Woods Police or any government agency. We don't replace calling the police or searching official channels. Instead, we coordinate your report across police, transit, animal services, and community networks all at once, and keep your report active for months so you don't have to. Think of us as your search coordinator, handling the legwork after you file.
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The faster you report, the faster your item can be found. Get your lost item in front of Harper Woods Police, local animal rescue, SMART Transit, and the community that finds things. Your report stays active for months, matching against new found posts automatically.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Harper Woods Police Department, City of Harper Woods, Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society, SMART Transit, Detroit Metropolitan Airport, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We coordinate and publish your report to official and community channels, but we do not operate those channels or hold lost items ourselves. Always verify current hours, procedures, and contact information with the official services listed above.