Lost something in Moorhead? File a report and reconnect with it.
One report sent to the Moorhead Police Department, local transit, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching against new found items so you don't have to search alone.
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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How ReportLost Works in Moorhead
You describe your loss
Answer a few quick questions: what you lost, when and where, what it looks like. We gather the exact details the Moorhead Police and local services need.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Moorhead Police Department, MATBUS if it's transit, local animal control for pets, and gets shared across community channels where Moorhead residents actively post found items.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report automatically crosses new found items, marketplace posts, and community updates against your description. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you can focus on life while the search continues.
Where to Report Your Loss in Moorhead
Whether you go direct or use ReportLost, here's what each channel covers.
Moorhead Police Department
The Police Department operates an online report system for lost items and also takes reports over the phone. They maintain records and can connect you with found items. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and help file your report with the exact details they need.
MATBUS (Local Transit)
If you lost an item on a MATBUS bus in Moorhead, the transit system operates lost and found during business hours. Items are collected by drivers and held at the dispatch office. We ensure your report reaches transit directly so they know what to watch for.
Moorhead Municipal Airport
The Moorhead Municipal Airport has a lost and found office for items left at or around the terminal. If your loss happened during air travel, also contact your airline directly. We can guide you on reaching the right airport service desk.
Lost Pets
The Moorhead Animal Control (also called the animal pound) is the first stop if you've lost a pet. Call immediately to report and ask if anyone has turned in an animal matching your description. For faster, more comprehensive coverage across the Fargo-Moorhead area, file a priority lost pet report with us.
City Hall
Moorhead City Hall can direct you to relevant city services or departments depending on where you lost your item. For items lost in public spaces like parks or city buildings, they may have records or point you to the right contact.
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Why wait to reconnect?
The sooner your loss is reported, the sooner the Moorhead Police, transit, and community channels begin tracking it. Once filed, you can stop searching every day and trust that your report is actively comparing against new posts and found items. A few minutes now saves weeks of checking.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Moorhead means reaching out to several places at once: the police department's online report system, MATBUS if it was on a bus, the animal pound if it's a pet, plus hoping someone posts it in community groups. Each channel operates on its own schedule, and you end up checking multiple spots every day to see if anyone found it.
ReportLost simplifies this by taking your single report and making sure it reaches the right departments and community channels automatically. More importantly, your report stays active and keeps searching for a match for months, alerting you the instant something matches your description. You file once, and the search continues for you.
Common Places to Lose Things in Moorhead
These neighborhoods and spots generate the most lost item reports.
Downtown Moorhead
Around Center Avenue and 5th Street, where shops, restaurants, and city services cluster. Easy to misplace items while running errands or meeting someone.
MATBUS Routes
Items left on buses or at transit stops, especially along the main corridors connecting Moorhead and Fargo.
Parks and Public Spaces
Lindenwood Park, Hjemkomst Center grounds, and other outdoor gathering spots where wallets, keys, and personal items slip away.
Retail and Dining
Shopping centers, cafes, and restaurants along Main Street and surrounding commercial areas.
Community Channels Active in Moorhead
Local residents post found items and lost pet alerts here. ReportLost shares your report with these communities.
Facebook group dedicated to the Fargo-Moorhead area
Facebook group for lost and found pets across the region
Reddit community where Moorhead residents share found items and lost pet alerts
Local radio station that announces lost animals in the Moorhead area
Common Questions About Lost Items in Moorhead
How long does the Moorhead Police Department keep lost and found items?
Items turned in to the police are typically held for a period of time before disposal. Contact the Records Unit at 218.299.5120 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm) to ask about the specific holding period and how to claim your item if it's been turned in.
What happens if I lost something on a MATBUS bus?
Call MATBUS at 701.232.7500 to describe your item and ask if it's been turned in. Items found on buses go to the dispatch office. If you're not sure which route, have your trip details ready when you call.
Can I file a lost pet report over the phone?
Yes. Call the Moorhead Animal Pound at 218.299.5120 or 218-236-9059 to report your missing pet immediately. Have a clear description and recent photo ready. Also check with the pound directly in case someone has turned in an animal matching yours.
Does ReportLost.org replace filing with the Moorhead Police?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that complements official reporting. When you file with us, we route your report to the Moorhead Police Department, MATBUS, animal services, and community channels on your behalf, and keep your report actively searching for matches for up to 12 months. You're not replacing the police, you're adding a dedicated search that keeps working for you.
Where do I go to claim a lost item in Moorhead?
If the Moorhead Police Department has your item, contact the Records Unit at 218.299.5120 to confirm and arrange pickup at 911 11th Street North, Moorhead, MN 56560 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm). Bring proof of ownership if needed.
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Ready to start your search?
File your report now and let ReportLost handle routing it to the Moorhead Police, local transit, animal services, and community channels. Your report stays active and searching for months, so once it's filed, you can breathe easier knowing the system is working for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Moorhead Police Department, MATBUS, Moorhead Municipal Airport, Moorhead Animal Control, or any other city agency or local business mentioned. We serve as a complementary reporting and matching service to help you reconnect with lost items by routing your report to the appropriate local channels and maintaining an active search for matches over time. Always file official reports with relevant authorities as needed.