Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in De Soto? Here is who to contact.
File one report and we route it to the De Soto Police Department, City Hall, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for a match across lost & found posts and local alerts.
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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Include as much detail as you remember, photos if you have them. We ask the right questions so nothing gets missed.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to De Soto Police, City Hall, and the right community channels. We handle the paperwork and follow-ups so you don't have to call around.
Your report keeps working for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and automatically matches against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings. You get alerted when a potential match appears, so you're not checking Facebook groups and lost pet sites every day.
Where to report in De Soto
You can report directly to these offices, or let ReportLost do it for you
De Soto Police Department
Items lost in public spaces or reported as theft go to the Police Department. They maintain a lost and found log. We tell you which desk handles found items and generate the exact details to include in your report.
De Soto City Hall
City Hall coordinates lost and found inquiries and can direct you to the right department depending on where you lost your item. They're open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We make sure your report reaches the right office.
Lost or found pet
De Soto Animal Control manages the City Kennel and handles lost and found animals. Call them immediately if you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet. We connect you with them and amplify your alert to pet-focused community groups. file a priority lost pet report
Community groups & local alerts
De Soto residents share found items on Facebook groups and Nextdoor. We post your lost item alert to these channels automatically so neighbors and community members see it right away.
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Report now, search while you focus on other things
The sooner you file a report, the sooner we start routing it and keeping it active. Once your report is submitted, the De Soto Police, City Hall, and community channels have your details, and your search runs in the background for months.
Report my lost item →Losing something in De Soto means reaching out to the Police Department, checking the City Kennel if it's a pet, scanning Facebook groups, and hoping someone posts about it before it's too late. It's scattered, time-consuming, and easy to miss the right person or channel.
ReportLost simplifies that. File one report, and we notify De Soto Police, City Hall, De Soto Animal Control, and local community groups with your details. Then your report stays live, automatically cross-checking new found posts and alerts against your item's description for months, so you can focus on your day while the search continues in the background.
Common places where items go missing in De Soto
Report to us and we'll make sure the right office checks their lost and found
Downtown De Soto
Main Street shops, restaurants, and city services, where wallets, rings, and phones are frequently left behind.
City Parks & Recreation Areas
Local parks and outdoor spaces where backpacks, glasses, and personal items are often misplaced.
De Soto Schools & Campus Grounds
School areas where students and visitors lose keys, phones, and bags.
Residential Streets & Neighborhoods
Lost pets and items from vehicles or driveways are reported here frequently.
What the De Soto community is sharing
Local lost and found posts appear on these platforms daily. We help yours reach them.
Facebook community group for lost pets in the area
City-wide lost item alerts on Facebook
St. Louis subreddit where De Soto residents post missing items and pets
Questions about lost items in De Soto
How long does the Police Department keep lost items?
De Soto Police maintain a lost and found log for items turned in at the station. It's best to call 636-586-8891 right away to check if your item has been reported found. Most departments hold items for 30 to 90 days before donation.
What if I lost a pet in De Soto?
Call De Soto Animal Control immediately at 636-222-7041. The City Kennel (located in Hillsboro off Oakwood) takes in lost animals. Post on community pet groups and file a lost pet report to maximize visibility across the area.
Where do I file a lost item report with De Soto Police?
You can file a report by calling the Police Department at 636-586-8891 or visiting them in person at 17 Boyd Street during business hours. Have a description and any identifying details ready.
Can I check De Soto's lost and found online?
De Soto Police and City Hall don't maintain a public online lost and found database. You'll need to call them directly to check if your item has been turned in, or check community Facebook groups and Nextdoor for user-posted found items.
When should I file a lost item report?
File as soon as you realize something is missing, especially if it's a valuable item or pet. The sooner your report is filed, the better the chance of recovery. De Soto businesses and Police check lost and found logs quickly.
Is ReportLost.org official or part of De Soto Police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We're not part of De Soto Police or any government agency. We help you file reports more efficiently by routing your information to the right local offices and keeping your alert active across multiple channels for your entire search period, so you don't have to follow up manually each week.
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Your lost item deserves to be found
Start your report now. We'll handle routing it to De Soto Police, City Hall, animal control, and community channels. Once filed, your report keeps searching for a match automatically, giving you time to breathe while the search continues.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the De Soto Police Department, City Hall, De Soto Animal Control, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We help you file reports more efficiently, but you remain responsible for following up directly with these offices. For emergency situations, contact De Soto Police at 636-586-8891.