Lost and found in St. Charles, Minnesota
Report a lost item to the St. Charles Police Department, file a free public listing, or choose a search option to extend your reach. ReportLost.org is not affiliated with local agencies.
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
No report has been filed in St. Charles yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Contact St. Charles Police
Call the Police Department at (507) 932-3020 during business hours (Monday–Thursday 7 am to 4:30 pm, Friday 7 am to 11 am) to report your lost item. Address: 830 Whitewater Avenue, St. Charles, MN 55972.
Create a free public listing
Post your lost item on ReportLost.org at no cost. Your listing will be searchable by anyone looking for lost items in St. Charles. No search or follow-up is included; this is a passive directory.
Choose an active search option
Upgrade to Automatic Search ($12) for 6 months of web-based monitoring, or Team-Assisted Search ($25) for 12 months including manual outreach to local services and community groups.
Where to report and search
Local services and options to help locate your item
St. Charles Police Department
The city police department handles lost and found reports. Call during business hours to report your item and ask if anything matching your description has been turned in.
St. Charles City Hall
City Hall at 830 Whitewater Avenue is open Monday–Thursday 7 am to 4:30 pm and Friday 7 am to 11 am. Staff can direct you to the appropriate department or provide more information about local lost and found procedures.
Lost pets
If you have lost a cat, dog, or other pet, contact local animal control or check shelters in the area. Post on community networks and search pet databases specific to Minnesota.
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Ready to post your lost item?
A free public listing helps locals know what you are looking for. If you want active searching over weeks or months, consider a paid option.
Create a report →In St. Charles, the Police Department maintains a seasonal lost and found service and is your first point of contact for reporting a lost item. Call (507) 932-3020 during business hours to check if your item has been turned in.
ReportLost.org complements direct reporting by offering a free public listing and optional search services. If you need active help beyond local authorities, paid search options connect your report to wider channels over an extended timeframe.
Common areas in St. Charles
Check these places and consider posting in local groups
Downtown St. Charles
City center and main commercial area where items are often turned in to nearby businesses or the police department.
Whitewater Avenue
Primary corridor through the city; check shops, parks, and public spaces along this route if your item was lost while traveling.
Community networks
Reach neighbors through local groups and online boards
Search for St. Charles community or lost and found groups where neighbors post sightings and recovery tips.
Post your lost item to alert residents in your neighborhood.
If you lost a pet, post there to reach a wider search network in Minnesota.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the St. Charles Police Department hold lost items?
Call the Police Department at (507) 932-3020 to ask about their retention policy for found items. Holding periods vary, so check as soon as possible.
What if I lost my item on a bus or in a public space?
Call the police non-emergency line to report where the item was lost. If it was on Rolling Hills Transit, contact them at 1-800-528-7622 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 6:30 am to 4:30 pm).
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the St. Charles Police Department?
No. ReportLost.org is an independent service. A free listing helps you reach community members, and paid options provide web monitoring and outreach, but neither replaces direct contact with local authorities or ongoing personal search efforts.
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Posting is free and searchable by anyone. Paid search options offer active monitoring and outreach for longer coverage.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the St. Charles Police Department, City Hall, or any local agency. A posted report does not guarantee recovery. Check with authorities and local services directly for official procedures and timelines.