Lost something in Worthington? Here is who to contact.
One report reaches the Worthington Police Department, Nobles County Sheriff, City Hall, and local community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found items and posts so you don't have to search every day.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Worthington
You describe what you lost
Tell us what item went missing, where you last had it in Worthington, and any details that matter. Whether it's a wallet, ring, or dog, we capture everything needed for the right authorities.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Worthington Police Department's Law Enforcement Center, the Nobles County Sheriff's Office, local lost and found offices, and community networks. No runaround, no duplicate calls on your part.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report automatically cross-checks new found items, local social posts, and community notifications. The moment a credible match appears, you'll be alerted. Your signalement remains active while you focus on your day.
Where lost items end up in Worthington
And how to reach them directly, or let us do it for you
Worthington Police Department & Law Enforcement Center
Items found around Worthington are typically brought to the Police Law Enforcement Center. We prepare your report with the exact details they need to log and search their inventory.
Nobles County Sheriff's Office
Items found in county areas or during Sheriff operations are processed here. We identify which jurisdiction likely has your lost item and get your report to them.
City of Worthington Administration
Lost items found at public facilities, parks, or events might be held at City Hall. We ensure your report reaches the right city department so they can check their lost and found.
Worthington Municipal Airport
If you lost an item at the airport terminal, check the airport office. We can point you to the right counter and help you describe what went missing.
SMOC Worthington City Bus Service
Lost something on a Worthington city bus? The SMOC dispatch can check their lost and found inventory. We generate the details to help speed up your search.
Lost Pets in Worthington
Missing a cat or dog? The Worthington Police's Animal Control, local Facebook groups like Lost Pets - SW Minnesota, and community networks are actively helping reunite pets with families. We alert these channels immediately and keep searching for a match on your behalf. File a priority lost pet report to reach all of them at once.
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Start your report now
The sooner your lost item is reported, the sooner the right people in Worthington are looking for it. Once filed, your report stays active and your search continues automatically while you go about your day.
Report my lost item →In Worthington, lost items can scatter across different systems. Your wallet might end up at the police station, your keys at a local business, your dog posted in a Facebook group by a neighbor. Without a central filing, you're making separate calls and checking multiple channels every single day, hoping someone posts a match before they give up searching.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report reaches all the right local services—police, county sheriff, city offices, and community networks—and stays active for months, continuously matching your item description against found reports so you can stop refreshing and worrying. The Worthington Police Law Enforcement Center and local community channels all see it. You report once, we handle the rest.
Common places to lose items in Worthington
We know where items tend to be found—and where to check first
Downtown Worthington & Ninth Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices along Ninth Street are common places where wallets, phones, and rings are turned in. City Hall is nearby, so found items often end up there.
Airport Road & Worthington Municipal Airport
Items lost at the airport terminal or in parking areas are held at the airport office. Commuters also frequently lose keys and bags in transit near this hub.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Worthington's parks and green spaces are popular for walks where dogs and cats go missing. Local Facebook groups and Animal Control are frequently alerted to found pets in these areas.
Public Transit & Bus Stops
The SMOC Worthington city bus route is a common place for wallets and personal items to be left behind. The dispatch center maintains a lost and found inventory.
Residential Neighborhoods
Lost pets and items near homes are often spotted by neighbors and shared in community Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and texted to Animal Control. Quick reporting helps these informal networks find matches fast.
Worthington lost and found communities
People in these channels help spot and report found items every day
Active Facebook group helping reunite lost cats and dogs with families in the Worthington area and Southwest Minnesota
Official police page where found items are sometimes posted and community tips shared
Local Worthington and Nobles County groups where neighbors post found items and missing pet alerts
Hyperlocal app where residents share found items and lost pet sightings in their neighborhood
r/Minnesota and regional subreddits occasionally host lost and found posts from the Worthington area
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Worthington
How long will the Worthington Police hold my lost item?
Items held at the Law Enforcement Center are typically kept for a set period before being donated or disposed of. Contact the Police Department at (507) 295-5400 to ask about their current hold policy and claim your item as soon as possible if it's been found.
I lost my dog in Worthington. What's the first thing I should do?
Call Animal Control through the Police Department's non-emergency line at (507) 372-8430 to report the loss, post in the Lost Pets - SW Minnesota Facebook group, and contact local shelters and vets in Nobles County. File a report with us so we can alert these channels and keep searching for your dog for months.
Where do I claim a lost item I found on the SMOC bus?
Call SMOC's main line at (507) 376-4195 during business hours (Monday–Friday) to report or claim a lost and found item. They hold items for a limited time, so call soon after your loss.
Do I have to file a police report to get my lost item back?
Most lost items don't require a formal police report, though you can file one if theft is suspected. We help you report to the right local office—police, city hall, or the specific business or transit service—without the hassle.
I lost my wallet at Worthington Municipal Airport. How do I claim it?
Call the airport office at (507) 376-9293 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) to check their lost and found. Have your description ready. We can help you file the report so they know what to look for.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost.org is an independent service, not affiliated with the Worthington Police Department or Nobles County Sheriff. We don't replace calling the police—we complement official channels by ensuring your report reaches all the right local offices (police, city, transit, animal control, community groups) at once and stays active during your search. For emergencies, always call 911.
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Your lost item is worth finding
Worthington's police, city, and community are ready to help. One report to ReportLost reaches them all, stays active for months, and keeps matching your item against new found posts. Stop making calls and checking every day. Start your report and let the system work for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Worthington Police Department, Nobles County Sheriff's Office, City of Worthington, or any other local government or business mentioned on this page. We partner with these official channels to route reports, but we are not an official municipal service. Always contact emergency services (911) for urgent matters. See our full terms and privacy policy for more details.