Lost something in Mendota Heights? Here is where to report it.
File a single report and we route it to the Mendota Heights Police Department, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, keeps searching for a match automatically, so you don't have to check every listing yourself.
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
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- 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 Mendota Heights
You describe what was lost
Tell us where it went missing in Mendota Heights, when, and what it looked like. A photo or detailed description makes the search more effective.
We notify the right places
We alert the Mendota Heights Police Department, City Hall, Metro Transit (if applicable), and post your report to local social channels and community networks where lost items are shared.
Your report keeps searching
For the full duration of your search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found item posts, marketplace listings, and community reports. You get an alert as soon as a credible match appears, without having to do the daily legwork yourself.
Where to report a lost item in Mendota Heights
Here are the official channels. ReportLost connects them all for you.
Mendota Heights Police Department
The police department accepts lost and found reports and maintains records of items turned in by residents and businesses. For items lost on city property or local establishments, filing a report here creates an official record. We tell you exactly which reports to file and generate all the details you'll need.
City of Mendota Heights
City Hall coordinates with the Police Department and can direct you to the right department for items lost at city facilities or events. They also maintain information about local services and resources.
Metro Transit Lost & Found
If you lost something on a Metro Transit bus in the Mendota Heights area, the transit system maintains a lost and found office. Items are held for a set period and can be retrieved by describing what you lost. We help you file the exact report with the right details.
MSP Airport Lost & Found
If you lost an item at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, the Lost and Found office is located on the valet level of Terminal 1. Items are held and searchable by description. The airport staff can help you retrieve your belongings if you provide details.
Lost Pet Report
If you've lost a dog or cat in Mendota Heights, contact Animal Control right away. They coordinate with shelters and the Animal Humane Society. Community networks like Lost Dogs MN and neighborhood Facebook groups are also active in the area. For faster, priority handling and broader alerts, file a priority lost pet report with us.
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The sooner you report, the better your odds.
Filing a report within the first 24 hours significantly improves the chance of recovery. Once your report is in the system with ReportLost, our team handles the routing and your report keeps searching automatically. You can breathe easier knowing the work is being done.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Mendota Heights means navigating multiple channels at once: calling the police non-emergency line, checking the city's lost and found, contacting transit companies if you were on the bus, and scrolling through neighborhood Facebook groups hoping someone found it. Each organization keeps separate records, and nothing talks to everything else. By the time you've made all the calls, days have passed.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report goes to all the right places at once, and then keeps working for you. Your item description stays in the system, automatically compared against new found items and community posts for months, so you can focus on your day instead of checking six different websites every morning. Peace of mind starts with a single submission.
Common places where things go missing in Mendota Heights
Lost items often turn up in these neighborhoods and areas.
Downtown Mendota Heights
Shopping centers, restaurants, and local businesses along the main thoroughfares are frequent spots where wallets, phones, and bags are left behind or lost.
Residential Neighborhoods
Items lost during errands or while walking near home often turn up with neighbors or are reported to the police non-emergency line.
Bus Stops & Transit Areas
Metro Transit stops and boarding areas around Mendota Heights see lost items regularly, which are collected and held at the transit lost and found office.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Outdoor spaces and green areas are common places to lose personal items, especially wallets, keys, and eyeglasses during recreational activities.
Community channels where lost items are shared
Many Mendota Heights residents post and scan these networks for lost and found items.
Active Facebook group for the wider area
Statewide network for lost and found pets
Local Nextdoor and neighborhood Facebook pages
Reddit community for the Twin Cities metro area
Local subreddit for lost and found posts
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Mendota Heights
How long does the Police Department hold lost and found items?
The Mendota Heights Police Department holds items for a set period before they may be donated or discarded. Call their non-emergency line at 651-452-1366 to ask about a specific item and how long it will be retained. Filing a report promptly increases the chance they have your item when you call back.
What's the process for claiming a lost item from Metro Transit?
Call Metro Transit's Lost and Found Department on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Describe your item in detail. If they have it, you can arrange to pick it up or request it be mailed. Items are typically held for a limited time, so reporting quickly is important.
How do I report a lost pet in Mendota Heights?
Call Animal Control at 651-452-1366 immediately. Your information is gathered and distributed to officers. Also post to Lost Dogs MN on Facebook and check with the Animal Humane Society. If you file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost, we alert all these channels and community networks at once, plus send alerts as matches appear.
What if I lost something at MSP Airport?
Call the MSP Lost and Found office at 612-726-5555. They are open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and are located on the valet level of Terminal 1. Have a detailed description ready, including the item, bag, or case it was in.
How does ReportLost help if I lost something in Mendota Heights?
You file one report with us, describing what you lost and where. We notify the Mendota Heights Police Department, City Hall, Metro Transit (if relevant), and post to community channels. Your report then stays active for 12 months, automatically matching against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you're not checking every Facebook group and Nextdoor post yourself.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No, we're an independent service that works alongside official lost and found channels. We're not part of the Mendota Heights Police Department, the city, or Metro Transit, but we connect your report directly to them and to the community channels where lost items are found and shared. We complement official systems by doing the coordination and ongoing matching work for you.
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The sooner your item is in the system, the sooner it can be matched with found items and community posts. ReportLost handles notifying all the right places and keeps your report active automatically, so you can move on with your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Mendota Heights Police Department, City of Mendota Heights, Metro Transit, MSP Airport, Animal Control, or the Animal Humane Society. We route reports to these official channels and community networks on your behalf, but we do not replace calling them directly or filing official reports if required. For emergencies, always call 911.