Lost something in Columbia? Here is who holds found property.
One report and we route it to the Columbia Police Department, the University of Missouri Police, City Hall, transit authorities, and the airport, while our automated search monitors local social channels, lost and found networks, and the wider web for matches.
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
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate a clear, complete description and route it to the right Columbia agencies in one go, saving you hours of phone calls and visits.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Columbia Police Department's Lost Property unit, University of Missouri Police if campus is involved, City Hall, GoCoMo Transit if applicable, and Columbia Regional Airport if needed, plus local community channels.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
We scan Facebook lost and found groups, Nextdoor, Reddit, local marketplace posts, and social channels continuously for months, looking for posts that match your item's description, location, and timeframe. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to report lost items in Columbia
Official channels and what to do when reporting
Columbia Police Department – Lost Property
The main hub for lost and found items in Columbia. Call their Lost Property unit or visit in person to file a report. We generate the exact information they need and notify them on your behalf.
Columbia Police Lost Property|Call 573-874-7429 (Tue–Thu, 9 AM–4 PM)
University of Missouri Police – Lost & Found
If you lost your item on the MU campus or at a university facility, contact the Mizzou Police Lost and Found Department directly. They hold items for a period and are available during business hours.
MU Police Lost & Found|Call 573-882-7207 (Mon–Fri, 7 AM–3 PM)
GoCoMo Transit – Lost & Found
Lost something on a GoCoMo bus or at a transit stop or center? Reach out to their customer service team. We'll make sure they're aware of your lost item and help you track any matches they find.
GoCoMo Transit Contact|Call 573-874-2489, Email Transit@CoMo.gov
Columbia Regional Airport (COU) – Lost & Found
If your item went missing at the airport terminal, gate area, or security checkpoint, the Airport Safety Office maintains a lost and found. Items are typically held for a set period.
Columbia Regional Airport|Call 573-817-5063 (Airport Safety)
Lost Pet?
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in the Columbia area, the Columbia-Boone Humane Society and City Animal Control are your first stops. Both operate a holding period and check their shelters regularly. file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost for instant alerts across Columbia's pet networks.
Columbia-Boone Humane Society|Call 573-449-1888|City Animal Control
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The sooner you report, the sooner we can help
Once you've filed a report with ReportLost, you can step back and let our monitoring take over. We'll be searching the web, local groups, and community channels on your behalf, day and night, for months if needed. No need to obsessively check social media yourself.
Report my lost item →Columbia's blend of university life, downtown bustle, and transit connections means items slip away all the time. A wallet left at a restaurant on Broadway, a phone forgotten on a GoCoMo bus, a bag at the airport or MU campus. Each situation pulls you toward a different office, a different phone number, and different social circles to search. By the time you've called the police, checked the city's website, posted on three Facebook groups, and messaged every local forum, precious days have passed.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. File one report with us and we instantly notify the Columbia Police Lost Property unit, MU Police, City Hall, transit, the airport, and local lost and found communities. Then, instead of you refreshing social media and marketplace listings every morning for weeks, our system does the searching for you. We monitor the entire public web, local groups, and Columbia's active lost pet and lost items networks in the background, and alert you the moment a real match shows up. It's the peace of mind that lets you move forward while the search runs on your behalf.
Common places where items go missing in Columbia
Neighborhoods and public spaces where ReportLost gets the most reports
Downtown Columbia & Broadway
The heart of the city's restaurants, shops, and offices. Wallets, phones, and bags are frequently left at cafes, retail counters, and along the busy main corridor.
University of Missouri Campus
With thousands of students moving between classrooms, libraries, and residence halls every day, items are commonly left in academic buildings, the quad, and transit hubs on campus.
GoCoMo Transit Buses & Transit Centers
Phones, umbrellas, and personal items are routinely forgotten on buses and left at shelters and transit stations across Columbia's public transportation network.
Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
Security lines, gates, restrooms, and baggage claim are hotspots for lost items, especially during busy travel periods.
Shopping Centers & Retail Districts
Department stores, malls, and strip shopping areas see frequent reports of items left in fitting rooms, parking lots, and checkout areas.
Columbia's active lost and found communities
Where local people post and search for lost items
Facebook group with hundreds of active members sharing lost and found pet alerts across the Columbia metro area
Reddit's Columbia community frequently discusses found items and lost pets in daily threads
Neighborhood-level platform where Columbia residents report lost and found items block by block
Official page occasionally posts about found or lost items and community safety alerts
Official city page that shares lost and found information and public service notices
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Columbia Police Department hold lost and found items?
The Columbia Police Lost Property unit typically holds items for a standard retention period. Contact them directly at 573-874-7429 (Tuesday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM) to confirm the holding period and arrange pickup from their location at 600 E. Broadway.
What if I lost my item on the University of Missouri campus?
Contact the University of Missouri Police Lost and Found Department at 573-882-7207 (Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3 PM). You can also email them directly. They maintain a separate lost and found system for campus facilities and MU property.
How do I retrieve a lost item from a GoCoMo bus?
Call GoCoMo Transit customer service at 573-874-2489 or email Transit@CoMo.gov to report what you lost and when. If an item is found and logged, they will help you arrange pickup at their main transit office.
If I lost my pet in Columbia, what's the next step after calling the Humane Society?
After contacting the Columbia-Boone Humane Society (573-449-1888) and City Animal Control, post immediately to the active Columbia, Missouri Lost & Found Pets Facebook group and the r/columbiamo subreddit. These are the fastest ways to reach locals who may have spotted or captured your pet. ReportLost also connects you to these networks automatically.
Can I pick up my lost item from the airport 24/7?
Columbia Regional Airport's Lost and Found is staffed during airport business hours. Call Airport Safety at 573-817-5063 during the day to confirm your item is in their custody and arrange a time to pick it up.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that helps you report a lost item and connects your report to the right official agencies (police, city services, transit, airports) and local community channels all at once. We don't replace the police or any government office, but we ensure your report reaches them quickly and monitors local lost and found networks on your behalf, so you don't have to.
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Ready to find your lost item?
The faster you report, the faster we can begin the search. Fill in the details below and we'll immediately alert the Columbia Police, University of Missouri Police, City Hall, transit, the airport, and local lost and found communities. Then let our automated monitoring take it from there.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Columbia Police Department, City of Columbia, University of Missouri Police, GoCoMo Transit, Columbia Regional Airport, or any other government or commercial entity mentioned on this page. We work on your behalf to notify these services and monitor public lost and found channels, but we do not represent them and cannot guarantee recovery. Always file an official report with the relevant agency if required by law or your insurance.