Lost something in Niles? Report it and let us handle the rest.
One report goes directly to the Niles Police Department, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items as they're reported.
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 in Niles
You submit your loss details
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the information the police and local services need to start the search.
We route it to the right places
Your report lands with the Niles Police Department, DART (Dial A Ride), local businesses, and community groups. No back-and-forth calls needed.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report automatically matches against new found items posted locally. You get an alert the moment a likely match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where lost items turn up in Niles
We help you report to all of them at once.
Niles Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found and accepts loss reports at their Law Enforcement Complex on Silverbrook Avenue. We generate your report with the details they need and route it straight to their non-emergency number.
DART (Dial A Ride)
Lost something on Niles' local bus service? Items found aboard are turned in to the DART office. We make sure your report reaches their team so they can check their lost and found inventory.
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport
Niles' municipal airport has a small lost and found for items misplaced in the terminal or on the tarmac. If your loss happened near the airport, we route the report to airport operations for their log.
Lost & Found Pets
If you've lost a dog or cat in Niles, the Berrien County Animal Shelter and community groups like the Niles Lost Pets network are your best resource. Your pet report goes to both the shelter and active local pet rescue groups, and they keep searching for weeks. File a priority lost pet report
City of Niles
Lost something in a public building or city office? The City Hall can log your report and help coordinate with other municipal departments. We contact them with all your details so they can flag your item if it comes in.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we search
The first few hours matter when something goes missing. Your description is freshest, and local staff are most likely to spot it quickly. Report now, and your search begins across all these channels at once, with no waiting between phone calls.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Niles means contacting the police, checking with local shops, scanning Facebook groups, and calling DART if it happened on the bus. By the time you've made five calls, the trail grows cold. ReportLost pulls together all those channels in one place, so a single report reaches everyone who might find your wallet, ring, or phone.
Once submitted, your report doesn't expire after a week or a month. It stays active for your entire search window, automatically crosschecking new found-item posts and local announcements against your description. While your report is working, you can focus on your day instead of refreshing community boards every few hours.
Common loss hotspots in Niles
Where items are found most often.
Downtown Niles & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and public parking along the historic district see the most foot traffic and turnover of lost wallets, phones, and small valuables.
Silverbrook Avenue
Home to the Police Department and several busy commercial corridors where items are often left in parking lots or returned to nearby businesses.
DART Bus Routes
The Dial A Ride service covers Niles' main streets. Phones, glasses, and bags left on buses are quickly turned in to the DART office.
Riverside Parks & Recreation Areas
Walkers and joggers frequently lose rings, keys, and phones near Niles' waterfront and public green spaces.
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport
A small but active general aviation hub where travelers occasionally leave items in the terminal or car parks.
Community channels that help
Facebook groups and local networks actively share found items.
Facebook group for lost and found pets
Community group reuniting lost pets with families
Countywide pet recovery network
Reddit community for Michigan lost and found discussions
Official city Facebook for community alerts
Questions about reporting a loss in Niles
How long will the police keep my lost item if someone turns it in?
The Niles Police Department typically holds lost property for 30 to 90 days, depending on the item's value and whether it's documented in their system. Once your report is filed with us, we make sure your item is logged so the police can identify it if it arrives. Check back with them at 269-683-1313 if you haven't heard back after 60 days.
What if I lost something on the DART bus?
Call the DART office at 269-684-5150 to ask if your item was turned in. Items are usually held for at least a week before disposal. We route your report to DART automatically so they're watching for your description.
Can I report something lost at the airport?
Yes. If you believe you lost something at Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport, report it to the airport operations team at 269-683-4700 ext. 3050. We'll make sure that report is filed with them and cross-check any found items against your description.
How do I claim a lost pet from the Berrien County Animal Shelter?
Call the shelter at 269-927-5648 during business hours, or visit them at 1400 S. Euclid Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022. Bring proof of ownership like a photo or vet records. Some fees may apply. File a dedicated lost pet report with us so we can alert the shelter and local rescue groups immediately.
How long does ReportLost keep searching?
Your report stays active for either 12 months, depending on the option you choose when you report. During that entire time, we're automatically checking new found-item posts, community announcements, and shelter logs against your description. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service designed to make reporting easier and faster. We are not affiliated with the Niles Police Department or any government agency. When you report through us, we submit your information to the police and other local channels on your behalf, but we never replace direct contact with law enforcement. If your loss involves a theft or crime, you should also file a police report directly. We complement official channels, we don't replace them.
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One report, multiple channels, continuous searching. Fill out your details now, and we'll make sure the Niles Police Department, DART, local businesses, and community groups are all looking for what you lost.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Niles Police Department, City of Niles, DART, Berrien County Animal Shelter, or any other local government or agency. We coordinate with these entities to route your report, but we are not part of them. Always verify contact information directly with these organizations, and consider calling the non-emergency police line (269-683-1313) if your loss involves a potential crime.