What to do if you've lost something in South Haven, MI
Report your lost item for free locally, or use ReportLost's automatic or team-assisted search options. Contact South Haven Police, City Hall, the local animal control office, or the transit agency depending on where you lost your item.
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
No report has been filed in South Haven yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to report a lost item
File a free public report
Create a free listing on ReportLost with details and a photo of your item. Your report will be visible to the community with no search conducted by our team.
Upgrade to automatic search (optional)
For $12, add six months of automated web search, a ReportLost certificate, an anonymous email address linked to your report, and QR stickers. No manual contact with local services is included.
Add team-assisted search (optional)
For $25, upgrade to 12 months of search with manual outreach to South Haven Police, shelters, transit, and local Facebook groups. Our team will file your report with relevant services and share it in community spaces.
Local services in South Haven
Where to report and who to contact
South Haven Police Department
For lost items found and turned in locally, contact the Police Department non-emergency line. They maintain a lost and found and can advise you on reporting procedures.
City of South Haven
City Hall can direct you to the right department for items lost in city facilities or parks. Contact them during business hours for guidance.
Lost and found pets
If you've lost a pet, contact Van Buren County Animal Control or the Al-Van Humane Society. Both can help identify and reunite lost animals with their owners.
Van Buren County Animal Control: (269) 621-4624|Al-Van Humane Society: (269) 637-5171|File a lost pet report
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Found your item already?
If you have found an item, consider turning it in to the location's front desk or the South Haven Police Department. You can also post it to local community groups to help reunite it with its owner.
Create a report →If you've lost an item in South Haven, start by contacting the location where you believe you lost it. For items left on transit, call Van Buren County's public transit office. For lost pets, reach out to Van Buren County Animal Control or the Al-Van Humane Society.
ReportLost is a free and independent platform where you can post your item and explore paid search options. We are not a city service and do not replace direct contact with local police or other agencies. You can file reports directly with South Haven Police or use ReportLost to expand your search.
Common places to check
Where lost items are often recovered or reported
Downtown South Haven
City center along Phoenix Street and Blue Star Highway; check with nearby shops and City Hall.
South Haven Harbor & Lakefront
Popular public areas where items are frequently turned in to local businesses and facilities.
Van Buren County Transit
If lost on public transit, call (269) 427-7921 to check the lost and found.
Community networks
Post or search on local platforms to expand your reach
Community forum for news and information
Local lost and found pet group
Neighborhood-based community network
Frequently asked questions
Where can I check for my lost item in South Haven?
Call South Haven Police non-emergency at (269) 637-5151 to ask about items in their lost and found. If lost on transit, call Van Buren County Public Transit at (269) 427-7921. For lost pets, contact Van Buren County Animal Control at (269) 621-4624 or Al-Van Humane Society at (269) 637-5171.
How long are lost items kept?
Retention periods vary by agency. Check directly with the South Haven Police Department or the specific location where you lost your item to confirm how long they retain found items.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform. We are not affiliated with South Haven Police, the City of South Haven, or any local government agency. Filing a report with us does not automatically notify the police; team-assisted search ($25) includes manual contact with local services, but you can also reach them directly for faster results.
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Ready to search for your item?
Start with a free public report, then compare automatic and team-assisted search options to expand your reach.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by South Haven Police, the City of South Haven, Van Buren County, or any local agency. Always contact local services directly for urgent or time-sensitive matters.