Lost something in Minneapolis? Here is who to contact.
File one report and we route it to the Minneapolis Police Department, Metro Transit, MSP Airport, and the right city services. Then our system monitors the web continuously, scanning local marketplaces, community groups, and social channels for matches—so you don't have to check every day.
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
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You tell us what you lost
Describe your item, where you were, and when it went missing. Upload a photo if you have one. We gather all the details needed to file with the right places and search for matches.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Minneapolis Police, Metro Transit lost and found (if it's transit-related), MSP Airport (if applicable), and other relevant local services. No need to call each one yourself.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
We search Minneapolis community boards, Facebook groups, Nextdoor, Reddit, and online marketplaces every day for 12 months. The moment we spot a credible match, you get an alert. You focus on your day; we keep watch.
Where to report in Minneapolis
Here's what each service does, and what ReportLost handles for you.
Minneapolis Police Department
The Minneapolis Police lost and found office holds items turned in by the public and officers. You can file a report for lost or stolen property through the police department. ReportLost generates the exact information to include in your report and tells you which station or online filing method is fastest for your location.
Lost, Stolen & Found Property|File online or call 612-673-2932
Metro Transit Lost & Found
Items left on buses and light rail trains are held at Metro Transit's lost and found. The department is open weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ReportLost submits your report directly to their system so they're looking for your item while you go about your day.
Metro Transit Lost & Found|Report online or call 612-373-3333
MSP Airport Lost & Found
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport's lost and found office is on the valet level of Terminal 1, open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ReportLost connects your report to their system and can help you track items through baggage claims and security.
City of Minneapolis Services
City Hall and the 311 service help coordinate reports for items lost in public spaces. Call 311 or use their online system for non-emergency items. ReportLost ensures your report reaches the right municipal department so it's logged and searchable.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, the City of Minneapolis Animal Care & Control and the Animal Humane Society both keep registers of strays and lost animals. You'll want to check in person and call their pet helpline. For faster results across the Twin Cities, you can also file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost, which monitors PawBoost, Lost Dogs MN, and local pet networks continuously.
City of Minneapolis Find a Lost Pet|Animal Humane Society Pet Helpline 952-435-7738
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Every hour counts.
The sooner you file a report, the sooner the search begins. Once ReportLost has your information, our monitoring system starts scanning immediately, and the relevant Minneapolis services are notified. You've done the hard part; we take it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Minneapolis can feel like a dead end. Your wallet disappears on a Metro Transit bus. Your keys vanish at a downtown café. Your luggage gets mislaid at MSP. Usually, you'd have to phone the police precinct, fill out a form at the airport, file a report with Metro Transit, post on half a dozen Facebook groups, and check back every single day for weeks.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report triggers simultaneous notifications to the Minneapolis Police Department, city services, and transit lost and found offices. Behind the scenes, our system keeps searching for your item across every public online channel—community posts, local marketplaces, social media—automatically. Once you've reported, you can stop worrying. We've got the watch.
Commonly reported locations in Minneapolis
Items are lost in these neighborhoods and public spaces. Wherever it happened, ReportLost routes your report to the right office.
Downtown / Nicollet Mall
The city's commercial heart, where wallets, phones, and bags vanish in coffee shops, retail stores, and on the sidewalk during the morning and lunch rush.
Northeast / Nordeast
Rapidly changing neighborhoods with shops, restaurants, and transit hubs where items get left behind on buses and in local businesses.
Uptown
Entertainment and dining district where personal items are frequently left at bars, restaurants, and music venues, especially on weekends.
South Minneapolis / Loring Park area
Residential and parks area where lost items turn up at local cafés, the park, and neighborhood shops.
MSP Airport / Bloomington
Luggage, phones, and travel documents commonly left in terminals, security lines, gates, and rental car facilities.
Local networks where lost items are posted
Community members often post found items in these groups. ReportLost monitors them for you automatically.
Facebook community board for North Minneapolis
PawBoost and Facebook group for lost pets
Subreddit where locals post found items and lost pet alerts
Neighborhood-level posts for lost and found items
Volunteer network helping reunite lost dogs
Local buy/sell/trade where found items sometimes appear
Questions about lost and found in Minneapolis
How long do the Minneapolis Police and Metro Transit hold items?
Metro Transit holds items in their lost and found for up to 90 days. The Minneapolis Police lost and found holds property for a similar period, but it's best to check as soon as possible. Once an item is discarded or donated, it's gone. ReportLost's continuous monitoring helps you locate your item before that window closes.
What if I lost something on a Metro Transit bus or light rail?
Call Metro Transit at 612-373-3333 (weekdays 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or fill out their online form at metrotransit.org/lost-found. ReportLost submits your report to their system and monitors community channels for anyone who may have found it and posted online.
What do I do if I lost something at MSP Airport?
Visit the lost and found office on the valet level of Terminal 1 (Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) or call 612-726-5555. If your item hasn't turned up yet, file a report with ReportLost. We monitor online listings and social channels where travelers sometimes post found items.
Where do I report a lost pet in Minneapolis?
Contact the City of Minneapolis Animal Care & Control through the Find a Lost Pet page, or call the Animal Humane Society's Pet Helpline at 952-435-7738. Also post on PawBoost and Lost Dogs Minnesota. ReportLost's pet monitoring system tracks these networks and others continuously, alerting you to any sightings.
Can I file a police report online in Minneapolis?
Yes. You can file a report for lost or stolen property through the Minneapolis Police Department website (minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/police/). ReportLost can guide you to the right form and the precinct that covers your location.
Is ReportLost.org an official service, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Minneapolis Police Department, Metro Transit, or city government. We don't replace official channels. Instead, we make the reporting process faster by submitting your information to all the right places at once and then monitor online channels continuously so you don't have to. You still file a formal report with police or the relevant agency, but ReportLost automates the legwork and keeps searching for you.
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Ready to report your lost item?
The sooner you file, the sooner Minneapolis police, Metro Transit, city services, and our automated search system get to work. Fill out your report now, and we'll notify the right people and start monitoring the web for matches.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Minneapolis Police Department, Metro Transit, MSP Airport, the City of Minneapolis, the Animal Humane Society, or any other official agency. We do not replace official channels or police reports. Instead, we streamline notification to the relevant services and automatically monitor online channels on your behalf. Always file an official report with the appropriate local authority.