Lost something in Butler? Report it and we'll route it to the right place.
One report to the Butler Police Department, City Hall, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found items so you don't have to check every day.
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 Butler 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 7, 2026.
How ReportLost gets your item back
You file one report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the essential details and format them for the agencies that matter.
We connect you to the right channels
Your report goes to the Butler Police Department, City of Butler administration, local animal control if it's a pet, and community lost and found groups on Facebook and Nextdoor.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report automatically cross-references new found item posts and reports. When a credible match surfaces, you're alerted right away. No daily re-posting required from you.
Where to report a lost item in Butler
Below are the main channels in Butler where found items are held or reported. ReportLost coordinates your report across all of them.
Butler Police Department
The police department logs lost item reports and keeps them on file. Items turned in by community members or found at local businesses often end up here. We make sure your report reaches them with all the necessary details.
City of Butler
City Hall coordinates with local services and can help direct your report to the right department. We point you to the correct office and ensure your loss is properly documented in the city's system.
Animal Control
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, the City of Butler Animal Control takes lost pet reports and holds found animals. We help you file the details they need and connect you to local pet recovery resources. For a priority search experience, file a priority lost pet report.
Community Networks
Butler residents share lost and found posts on Facebook groups and Nextdoor. These channels reach neighbors quickly, and many lost items are recovered through community tips. We publish your report to the most active local groups so it gets seen by people who might have spotted your item.
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The sooner you file a report, the sooner the search begins. ReportLost takes just minutes to complete, and once submitted, our team handles the routing while your report begins matching against local found items.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Butler can feel frustrating: police take reports, City Hall has procedures, local shops and services have their own lost and found desks, and the community is scattered across Facebook groups and Nextdoor. There's no single system that ties them all together, so retrieving a lost wallet, ring, phone, or beloved pet often means calling multiple offices and reposting constantly.
ReportLost simplifies that. File once, and we route your loss to the Butler Police Department, City of Butler, animal control, and active local community channels all at once. Then your report stays live, automatically matching against new found items and alerts for the next 12 months, so your search continues even when you're not actively looking.
Common places where items go missing in Butler
Lost items turn up in unexpected places. Report the location you remember, and we'll make sure the right local services are notified.
Downtown Butler
Main Street and surrounding business district. Items left in shops, restaurants, or on sidewalks often end up with local merchants or police.
Residential neighborhoods
Homes, yards, and sidewalks throughout Butler. Community members sometimes find items and report them to Animal Control or Facebook groups.
Parks and recreation areas
Open spaces where wallets, phones, and pets can go missing. Local residents often check and report findings to police or social channels.
Local businesses and services
Shops, restaurants, and offices where lost items are frequently turned in to the staff or held at a front desk.
Community channels helping lost item searches
Neighbors actively post found items and lost pet alerts on these platforms. Your report will be shared across them.
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
Neighborhood social network covering Butler residential areas
Local community groups and city pages where residents share lost and found updates
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Butler
How long will the Butler Police Department hold onto a found item?
Contact the Butler Police Department at (660) 679-6131 to ask about their hold period for specific items. ReportLost keeps your report active and matching during your search period, so even after police may release an item, our system continues to track new reports of found items that might match.
Where should I go if I want to claim a lost item in person?
You can visit the Butler Police Department at 309 North Fulton Street, Butler, MO 64730, which has lobby hours open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call ahead at (660) 679-6131 to confirm the item is there.
How do I report a lost pet in Butler?
Contact Animal Control through the City of Butler at (660) 679-4013, or call the police non-emergency line at (660) 679-6131 to report your lost pet. You can also post in the Bates County Lost and Found Animals Facebook group. ReportLost can coordinate this for you and keep your pet's information active in local searches for months.
What information should I have ready when I report a loss?
Gather a description of the lost item, the date and time you lost it, and the location in Butler where it went missing. A photo helps if you have one. ReportLost will ask you these questions and format the report for the police and community channels.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active and continues matching for 12 months, depending on your selected period. During that time, it automatically cross-references new found item reports so you don't have to manually check every day.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the Butler Police Department or City of Butler. We don't replace official reporting, we complement it. You still file with the police when you use ReportLost; we simply handle the coordination and keep your search active across multiple channels and platforms for an extended period.
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Get your lost item back
Filing a report takes just a few minutes. Once you submit, ReportLost coordinates with the Butler Police Department, City Hall, local animal control, and community networks. Your report stays live and keeps searching automatically, so you can focus on moving forward while we work on bringing your item home.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Butler, Butler Police Department, Animal Control, or any local government or business mentioned on this page. We coordinate lost item reports with these organizations and platforms on your behalf, but you remain responsible for following up directly with them if needed. Always verify contact information and hours on official websites before visiting.