Lost something in Woodhaven? Report it and we'll connect you with the right people.
One report reaches the Woodhaven Police Department, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active in our system, continuously searching for a match.
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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to recovering it.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Woodhaven Police Department, Animal Control, and relevant local groups and social channels that match your loss.
Your report keeps searching
While you move forward, your report remains active and continues to cross-reference new posts, found item listings, and community alerts. If a match appears, you get an alert right away.
Where items turn up in Woodhaven
Here's what happens when something goes missing locally
Woodhaven Police Department
The department maintains a dedicated lost and found for items turned in by residents and staff. We tell you the exact precinct to contact and what information to have ready.
City of Woodhaven
City Hall and the Clerk's office handle inquiries about lost items found on city property and can point you to the right department. We coordinate the report so you don't have to figure out who to call.
Woodhaven Animal Control
Lost or found a pet in Woodhaven? Animal Control operates a shelter and lost & found registry for strays and missing animals. We generate the report you need and make sure it reaches them right away.
Lost Pet Community
Woodhaven has an active Facebook community dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets. We post your pet's information to the right groups and keep it visible as long as your report is active. If you've lost a pet, file a priority lost pet report.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we search
Every moment counts when something is lost. Filing your report today means your details are in the system tonight, and our cross-referencing begins immediately. Once it's filed, you can breathe, knowing that we're working to match your report with found items across Woodhaven.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Woodhaven can feel scattered. The police department has its own lost & found system, Animal Control handles strays and pets, local shops and community pages post found items separately, and Facebook groups buzz with missing pet alerts. Without a central tracker, it's easy to miss the one person who found your wallet, ring, or dog.
ReportLost simplifies that. File once, and we notify all the right departments and channels at the same time. More importantly, your report doesn't disappear after a week. It stays active for your entire search period, automatically matching against new found items and community posts, so you don't have to check back every day. Once you've reported, the work moves forward without you.
Common places where things go missing in Woodhaven
These neighborhoods and locations see frequent lost and found activity
Downtown Woodhaven
Shops, restaurants, and parking areas where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently left behind.
Van Horn Road corridor
Busy commercial and residential stretch where lost pets and items turn up at local businesses and homes.
West Road area
Near City Hall and public facilities, where items are often turned in to police and municipal offices.
Residential neighborhoods
Suburbs and family streets where indoor pets escape and neighbors post found items on community boards.
Community channels where lost items and pets are posted
Woodhaven residents use these platforms to reunite with lost belongings and pets
Facebook group dedicated to connecting lost and found pets in the area
Regional Facebook group covering the Downriver Michigan area
Neighborhood app where Woodhaven residents post found items and lost pet alerts
Local Woodhaven groups and city page where residents share lost and found posts
Common questions about lost items in Woodhaven
How long does the Woodhaven Police Department hold lost and found items?
Items turned in to the police department's lost and found are typically held for a period before disposal. Contact the Police Department at (734) 676-7337 (non-emergency) or visit their office at 21869 West Road during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to inquire about your specific item. The Records phone line is (734) 675-4902, available 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays.
What should I do if I lost a pet in Woodhaven?
Contact Woodhaven Animal Control immediately at (734) 675-4956, extension 1. They maintain a lost and found registry and can hold a lost pet while you search. You can also visit the shelter at 21860 Van Horn Road, open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Post on the Woodhaven, Michigan Lost and Found Pets Facebook group as well.
Where do I start if I lost something at a local business or shop?
Return to the business where you lost the item and ask if they have a lost and found. Many stores hold items for 30 to 90 days before disposal. If the business doesn't have it, file a report with the Woodhaven Police Department. A ReportLost report ensures the details are also shared with community channels and cross-referenced against any found items posted locally.
Do I need to visit the police station in person to file a lost item report?
You can call the Woodhaven Police Department at (734) 676-7337 (non-emergency) or (734) 675-4902 (Records) to file a report by phone. Visiting in person at 21869 West Road may also be an option. ReportLost does the coordinating for you, making sure your report reaches the right departments and community channels without multiple calls.
What if I lost something on a bus or public transit?
If you lost an item while using local transit, call TheRide (Woodhaven's regional bus service) at (734) 973-6500 to report it and check their lost and found. Items are held, but TheRide is not responsible for lost items. Include transit details in your ReportLost report so we can flag the right authorities.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
ReportLost is an independent service, not operated by the Woodhaven Police Department or the city government. We work alongside official channels to amplify your report and keep it active for months while you search. Filing a report with ReportLost does not replace filing with the police or animal control, but it ensures your report reaches them along with relevant community groups and marketplace posts, and stays in our system continuously cross-referencing new found items.
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Ready to find what you lost?
Filing a report takes just a few minutes. Once submitted, your lost item or pet is in motion across all the right channels in Woodhaven. We'll keep your report active and searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Woodhaven Police Department, City of Woodhaven, Woodhaven Animal Control, or any other local government or municipal entity. We coordinate your report across these official channels and community platforms, but do not replace them. For emergencies, always call 911.