Lost something in New Ulm? Here is where to report it.
One report and we route it to the New Ulm Police Department, City Hall, local transit, and active community channels. Your report stays active, 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.
Recent activity
Reported in New Ulm
- WalletSeptember 4
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works
You submit a report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the key details in one straightforward form.
We route it to the right channels
Your report goes to the New Ulm Police Department, City Hall, Hermann Express transit, and relevant local groups and social networks, so the right people know right away.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report continues to match against new found posts, announcements, and local marketplace activity. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you're not checking every day yourself.
Where to report a lost item in New Ulm
Contact these offices directly, or let ReportLost route your report for you.
New Ulm Police Department
The Police Department holds lost and found items and processes reports. They can tell you if your item has been turned in. We generate all the details you need and file it directly with them.
City Hall
New Ulm City Hall can direct you to the right department or provide information about items lost in city buildings and parks. We help you reach the correct contact at City Hall for your situation.
Hermann Express City Bus
If you left your item on a Hermann Express bus, the transit office keeps items turned in by drivers. Call them with your route and time. We can help you describe exactly what to mention.
Lost Pet
If your dog or cat is missing, call Animal Control right away, and post to local pet groups. Pets need faster action, and the community responds quickly in New Ulm. Then file a priority lost pet report to keep the search active.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner your report reaches police, city offices, and the community, the better the chance of recovery. Once you submit, our team handles the routing, and your report continues searching for months.
Report my lost item →New Ulm's downtown, Hermann Express buses, parks, and community spaces see items lost every day, wallets in restaurants, phones in shops, rings at local events. But finding them means calling multiple places, posting in separate groups, checking different websites, and hoping the same object doesn't slip through cracks between the police lost-and-found, transit records, and what neighbors post on Facebook.
ReportLost simplifies that. One report reaches all the right channels at once, and your report stays active in the background, matching new found items against your description for months, so you can move forward knowing the search is continuing whether you're actively looking or not.
Common places things get lost in New Ulm
Report losses from anywhere in town, and we'll alert the right local channels.
Downtown New Ulm
Shops, restaurants, and the main business district see plenty of lost wallets, phones, and small items.
Hermann Park & Riverside
Popular gathering spots where people lose rings, glasses, and personal items during outings.
New Ulm Public Schools & Community Facilities
Backpacks, jackets, and personal items go missing at school events and public buildings.
Minnesota Street & Central Areas
High-traffic zones around shops and services where purses and keys are frequently misplaced.
Local New Ulm communities watching for lost items
We post to these channels so your loss spreads fast.
Facebook group for missing and found pets in the area
Official Facebook page, posts lost and found alerts
Community group on Facebook for all types of lost items
Neighborhood app where neighbors post and help find lost belongings
Questions about lost items in New Ulm
How long does the New Ulm Police Department keep lost items?
The Police Department holds items while they investigate. Check with them at 507-233-6750 for specific retention periods. Most departments hold common items for 30-90 days, but high-value items may be kept longer. We'll help you check in regularly so nothing falls through the cracks.
What if I lost something on Hermann Express?
Call Hermann Express at 507-359-2717 to ask if your item was turned in. Describe the bus route, time, and date. Lost items on local buses are usually kept for a few weeks. We can help you phrase the report so the driver or dispatcher can spot it quickly.
Where do I claim a lost item once it's found?
Items are usually claimed at the New Ulm Police Department (507-233-6750) or the place where they were found. Once we hear of a match, we'll tell you exactly where and how to retrieve it.
Should I post about my loss on social media right away?
Yes, posting helps spread the word fast. ReportLost posts to the same local groups and channels for you, so you get broad coverage without having to post yourself. The more eyes on it, the faster it comes home.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for your chosen period, either 12 months. During that time, it keeps matching against new found items, lost and found posts, and local announcements, so the search continues even if you move on to other things.
Is ReportLost official, or does it replace the police report?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the New Ulm Police Department or City of New Ulm. We don't replace a police report, we complement it. When you use ReportLost, we route your information to the police and other official channels so your loss gets official attention plus community-wide coverage and long-term search support.
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Start your report here.
The first step is the report. Give us the details, and we'll take it from there, connecting with police, transit, city services, and local networks. Your report then works in the background for months, matching incoming found items with your description so you don't have to.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the New Ulm Police Department, City of New Ulm, Hermann Express, New Ulm Municipal Airport, or any other local government or business entity mentioned. We route reports to these official channels on your behalf, but filing a report with ReportLost does not constitute an official police report. For emergencies, always contact 911. The information provided is current as of the date of publication and may change.