Lost something in Brooklyn Park? Here are the offices that take your report.
File your loss once, and we contact Brooklyn Park Police, Metro Transit, MSP Airport, and local social channels. Our system then monitors the web continuously, alerting you the moment a matching item surfaces.
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 it works
You describe your loss
Tell us what you've lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to file with the right people.
We route your report
Your case goes directly to Brooklyn Park Police, the relevant transit or airport authority, and active local community channels. No back-and-forth on your end.
Automated monitoring finds matches
We scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and classifieds every day. The moment someone posts a found item matching your description, location, and timeframe, you get an alert. You don't have to check everywhere yourself.
Where lost items typically end up
And how to reach each place, or let us do it for you
Brooklyn Park Police Department
Items found on city streets, in parks, or at local businesses often get turned in to the police. You can file a report in person or by phone. We identify your police precinct and ensure your report is filed correctly.
Metro Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on a local bus? Metro Transit's Lost & Found office is open weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and handles thousands of items each month. We alert Metro Transit on your behalf and provide them with precise details.
MSP Airport Lost & Found
Traveling through Minneapolis-St. Paul International? The airport's Lost & Found office is on the valet level of Terminal 1, open 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They recover roughly 1,500 items every month. We contact MSP Airport with your full description to speed up the search.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Brooklyn Park, time matters. Brooklyn Park Animal Control and the Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) facility care for found animals. Local Facebook groups like Brooklyn Park, MN Lost & Found Cats, Dogs & Pets are active and responsive. File a priority lost pet report.
Brooklyn Park City Hall
For items found at city facilities or lost in downtown Brooklyn Park, the city can sometimes assist. We route your inquiry to the appropriate department so you don't have to wonder who to call.
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The sooner you report, the better
Each day that passes is a day your item could be disposed of, passed along, or lost in a pile. A quick report with us launches your case across all the right channels and sets up automated monitoring. Within minutes, your loss is in the system.
Report my lost item →Brooklyn Park stretches across a diverse landscape of neighborhoods, shopping areas, parks, and transit corridors. Losing something here means navigating calls to the police department, checking with Metro Transit if it happened on a bus, contacting MSP Airport if you were traveling, posting in multiple Facebook groups, and then hoping someone replies. It's fragmented and time-consuming.
ReportLost consolidates all of that into a single report. We handle the routing to Brooklyn Park Police, Metro Transit's Lost & Found, MSP Airport, and local community groups. Then, instead of you refreshing Facebook and Nextdoor every morning for weeks, our system watches the web for you—scanning for found items that match yours across all public channels and marketplaces. Once your report is filed, you can breathe easy. We'll alert you the moment a credible match appears.
Common places to lose things in Brooklyn Park
We monitor all of them
Downtown Brooklyn Park & 85th Avenue
The city center and main commercial corridor, including shops, City Hall, and the police department. Items lost here often turn in quickly to local businesses or the police.
Metro Transit Bus Routes & Bus Shelters
Brooklyn Park is served by multiple Metro Transit routes. Wallets, phones, and bags left on buses or at shelters frequently reach the Metro Transit Lost & Found within hours.
MSP Airport (Terminal 1 & Parking)
Many Brooklyn Park residents travel through MSP. Items left at security, on aircraft, or in the terminal are held at the airport's Lost & Found office.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Brooklyn Park's parks and trails are popular gathering spots. Found items are often turned in to the parks department or Brooklyn Park Police.
Shopping & Commercial Plazas
Local retailers and shopping centers frequently receive lost items. Management at each business holds them, though coordination is key to locating yours quickly.
Reach your community
These groups and channels are active daily and help reunite lost items with owners
Nextdoor
Common questions
How long does Brooklyn Park Police hold lost items?
Items held by Brooklyn Park Police are typically stored for 30 to 90 days before disposal. Contacting them as soon as possible after your loss greatly improves your chances of recovery. ReportLost files your report immediately so you don't lose days.
How do I claim an item from Metro Transit's Lost & Found?
Metro Transit's Lost & Found is staffed weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can call them or visit in person with a description or identification. ReportLost provides them with your exact details, so they can search their system while you wait.
Can I file a lost item report at MSP Airport if I don't live there?
Yes. MSP Airport's Lost & Found accepts reports from anyone who lost an item at the airport, regardless of where you live. Their office is open 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the valet level of Terminal 1. ReportLost files your report on your behalf.
How do I post in Brooklyn Park lost & found Facebook groups?
Join groups like 'Brooklyn Park, MN Lost & Found Cats, Dogs & Pets' or general lost & found community groups. Post a clear photo and description, including the date and location of your loss. ReportLost posts on these channels for you and monitors them continuously for responses.
What if my lost pet is never found?
Pets require immediate action. Contact Brooklyn Park Animal Control and the Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) facility right away. Post urgently in local Facebook groups and on Nextdoor. ReportLost offers a dedicated lost pet reporting service that prioritizes rapid distribution and monitoring to maximize your chances.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with Brooklyn Park Police?
ReportLost.org is an independent service, not affiliated with any police department or city government. We are a private company that simplifies the lost & found process by filing reports on your behalf and monitoring public channels for matches. You are not paying a fee to the city or police; you're paying for our coordination and automated monitoring service. Police and transit agencies do not endorse specific reporting services, but they do accept reports filed through us, just as they would if you called them directly.
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Your report is one click away
Brooklyn Park has reliable lost & found channels across police, transit, and the airport, plus active community groups. The issue is coordination and persistence. ReportLost handles both, and then watches the web for you while you go about your day. Start your report now.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Brooklyn Park Police Department, City of Brooklyn Park, Metro Transit, MSP Airport, or any other government or private entity mentioned on this page. We file reports on your behalf and monitor public channels; we do not replace official lost & found services or police procedures. All information provided is accurate as of the date of publication and subject to change. Please verify current contact information and hours directly with each service.