Lost something in Shorewood? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
One report connects you to the Shorewood Police Department, South Lake Minnetonka Police, Metro Transit Lost & Found, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against found items so you don't have to check daily.
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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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Shorewood
You report your loss in one place
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to contact the right local departments and post to community channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Shorewood Police Department, South Lake Minnetonka Police animal control, Metro Transit (if relevant), and local Shorewood lost pet groups and community forums.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you go about your day, your active report continues matching against new found item posts, lost pet alerts, and community posts for your entire search period. You'll get notified if a credible match appears.
Where your report goes in Shorewood
We notify each of these channels on your behalf
Shorewood Police Department
Non-emergency reports of lost items go to Shorewood Public Safety. We submit your report details through their official channels and provide you with their direct contact in case you need to follow up in person.
Contact Shorewood Public Safety|City of Shorewood non-emergency line
Lost & Found Pets
If your lost item is a cat, dog, or other pet, animal control is provided by the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department. We alert their dispatch and connect you to the right resources to get your pet home. You can also file a priority lost pet report through our dedicated pet channel.
Metro Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on a bus in the Twin Cities area? Metro Transit operates a dedicated lost & found service staffed weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We flag your report so they're aware of what to look for when items come in.
Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport (MSP)
If you lost your item at MSP Airport, their Lost & Found office (Terminal 1, valet level) is open weekdays 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and select hours weekends. We ensure your report reaches them and their staff can match it against incoming items.
Community Networks
Shorewood residents actively share lost and found posts in local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and r/Minneapolis. We post your report to these channels so neighbors and community members can keep an eye out for your item.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Fresh reports get more attention from local services and community members. Once you've submitted your loss to us, the legwork is done. Our team takes it from there, routing your report to all the right places and keeping it visible in local channels for months.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Shorewood means contacting multiple places: the local police department, animal control (handled by South Lake Minnetonka Police), Metro Transit if you lost it on the bus, community Facebook groups, and Nextdoor. Each has its own process, hours, and systems. By the time you've called them all and posted everywhere, days have passed and momentum is lost.
ReportLost simplifies this. File one report with us, and we immediately connect it to the Shorewood Police Department's non-emergency line, South Lake Minnetonka Police animal control, Metro Transit's lost & found, and the active Shorewood lost pet and community networks. Then your report stays active, automatically checking new found items and community posts for months, so you can breathe easier knowing the search is ongoing.
Common places Shorewood residents lose items
Wherever it happened, report it to us and we'll connect with the right local office
Downtown Shorewood & Country Club Road
The civic center area with City Hall, shops, and restaurants. Items lost here often end up with local business owners or Shorewood Police.
Galpin Lake & Parks
Popular spots for walks and outdoor activities. Lost pets and personal items are frequently reported in these areas.
Residential Neighborhoods
Items lost in yards, driveways, or while moving between homes. Neighbors and local community groups often spot these quickly.
Metro Transit Bus Routes
Wallets, phones, and bags left on buses heading through Shorewood. Metro Transit's Lost & Found receives these daily.
Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport (MSP)
Items lost at or near MSP during travel. The airport's dedicated Lost & Found office handles recovery.
Shorewood community channels
Where locals post and find lost items
Active Facebook communities dedicated to reuniting lost cats and dogs with their owners
Broader Twin Cities subreddit where residents post lost and found appeals
Neighborhood-level posts reach immediate neighbors and nearby residents
Official city channels sometimes help amplify lost pet and community alerts
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Shorewood Police Department keep lost and found items?
Items reported to Shorewood Public Safety are typically held for a set period before disposal. Contact the non-emergency line at 952-960-7900 to ask about specific timelines for your item.
Where do I pick up a lost item the police found?
You can visit Shorewood Public Safety at 5755 Country Club Road during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), or call 952-960-7900 to arrange retrieval.
What if I lost my pet in Shorewood?
Contact South Lake Minnetonka Police animal control at 952-258-5321 (non-emergency) or 911. They patrol Shorewood and respond to lost pet reports. You should also post immediately in Shorewood lost pet Facebook groups and contact the Animal Humane Society for guidance.
How do I report a lost item on Metro Transit?
Use Metro Transit's online lost & found form at metrotransit.org/lost-found, or call their Lost & Found office during weekday hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). When ReportLost submits your report, we handle this step for you.
Does ReportLost work with the Shorewood Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service that submits your report directly to the Shorewood Police Department's non-emergency reporting system, Metro Transit, animal control, and community channels. We're not an official police tool, but we ensure your report reaches the right local services immediately and stays active for 12 months.
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The first step is the hardest. Once you report to ReportLost, we take care of connecting with Shorewood Police, animal control, Metro Transit, and community networks. Your report keeps searching for you every day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Shorewood Police Department, South Lake Minnetonka Police Department, Metro Transit, Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport, the City of Shorewood, or any other government agency or business listed on this page. We help you submit your lost item report to these organizations and monitor relevant community channels, but we are not an official lost & found service or law enforcement tool. For emergencies, always call 911. For non-emergency police assistance, contact the appropriate local department directly.