Lost something in Murphy? File a report and we'll help you find it.
One report sent to the St. Louis County Police, local lost pet networks, and community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching against new findings.
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 ReportLost Works
You describe what you lost
Tell us what happened, where, and what your item looks like. We gather the details that matter most to the people who might find it.
We route your report where it counts
Your description gets delivered to St. Louis County Police, relevant community groups, and local networks. No more calling around or wondering which agency has it.
Your report keeps searching for you
For the full length of your search period, your report automatically checks new posts and listings. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to refresh feeds every day.
Where Lost Items Go in Murphy
Here's the landscape of who to contact and how, plus what ReportLost does to simplify it all.
St. Louis County Police (Fenton Precinct)
Murphy falls under St. Louis County Police jurisdiction. You can report a lost item to the Fenton Precinct, which covers the area. They maintain lost and found records and can log your report for retrieval. ReportLost files the report with the right precinct on your behalf, so you don't have to figure out jurisdictional boundaries.
City Hall & Local Government
Fenton City Hall can direct you to the right department for lost items left in municipal spaces or events. They can also clarify local ordinances around found property claims. We identify the relevant office for your situation and prepare the details needed for your claim.
Lost Pets & Animal Services
If you've lost a cat or dog, Jefferson County's animal services and Humane Society of Missouri both maintain searchable databases and can help circulate your pet's description. Active Facebook groups dedicated to lost and found pets in Jefferson County see dozens of reunions every month. ReportLost can file a priority lost pet report that reaches these networks instantly.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport
If you lost an item at the airport or on a flight, the airport's Lost and Found office keeps items for a set period before donation or disposal. Call during business hours to check availability. We can help you submit a detailed claim with all the info they'll need.
Shops, Restaurants & Public Spaces
Wallets, phones, and rings turn up most often behind registers or in staff offices. Many local businesses hold found items for 30 days before discarding them. ReportLost can generate a clear description and contact info to share with nearby businesses, so they know exactly what to look for when sorting through their lost and found bins.
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Acting sooner means better odds
The first hours and days after you realize something's missing are critical. Fresh reports spread faster through communities, and found items are more likely to be held carefully if the owner has already alerted nearby places. File your report now, and while you take the next steps, ReportLost keeps watch across all these channels at once.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Murphy means reaching out to multiple places: the police, Facebook groups, neighborhood apps, and local shelters if it's a pet. Each has its own system, its own timeline, and its own forms. If you're unlucky, your report sits in one queue while someone posts a found item in another, and the two never connect. ReportLost cuts through that friction. File once, and we make sure the right people know, the right channels hear about it, and your search doesn't stop after the first week.
What sets us apart is what happens after you file: your report doesn't fade. For six or twelve months, it stays active, continuously cross-referencing new lost and found posts, community listings, and found pet alerts against your description. You can move on with your day knowing the search continues behind the scenes, with a heads-up the moment a real lead surfaces.
Common Places Where Things Get Lost in Murphy
Knowing where you lost something helps us route your report to the right local contacts.
Downtown Fenton & Main Street
Shopping, dining, and community events draw crowds. Items left at registers or outdoor seating often end up in shop lost and found bins.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport
Bags, phones, and jewelry frequently turn up at gates, security, and baggage claim. The airport's Lost and Found holds items for 30 days.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Wallets, keys, and jewelry slip out during outdoor activities. Local parks sometimes have staff or community boards where found items are posted.
Residential & Neighborhood Streets
Pets, car keys, and mail go missing around home. Nextdoor and neighborhood Facebook groups are often the fastest way to alert nearby residents.
Community & Social Networks in Murphy
These groups actively help reunite people with lost items and pets.
Facebook group with hundreds of members posting found and lost pets, very active and successful in reunions
Reddit community for St. Louis area, where lost item and pet posts are allowed and get quick attention
Neighborhood-specific app where Murphy residents flag lost items and pets to nearby households in real time
Local community groups where found items are sometimes posted before they go to donation or disposal
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will St. Louis County Police hold a lost item?
Policies vary by precinct and type of item. Most agencies hold lost and found items for 30 to 90 days before they're donated or discarded. Once you file a report with the Fenton Precinct, ask specifically about their hold period and claim procedure.
What if I lost my pet in Murphy?
Contact the Humane Society of Missouri and Jefferson County Animal Services immediately. Post to the active Jefferson County Lost & Found Pets Facebook group (it has hundreds of members and regularly reunites lost animals). ReportLost can also file a priority pet report that reaches all these channels at once.
I lost something at the airport. Where do I claim it?
St. Louis Lambert International Airport's Lost and Found is located in Terminal 1 near the Airport Police Department (Door 18, Lower Level C Gates area). Call 314-890-1370 during office hours (9 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily). Have a description ready, and note the date and location of loss.
Which police precinct covers Murphy?
Murphy is in St. Louis County, covered by St. Louis County Police. The Fenton Precinct handles this area. Non-emergencies: 636-349-8120 or 636-529-8210. ReportLost identifies your precinct and files the report for you.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
You choose a 6-month or 12-month search period when you file. For the entire duration, your report stays in our system and automatically checks new lost and found posts, community listings, and social media alerts for matches. You'll get a notification the moment a credible match is found.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not a police department or government agency. When you file with us, we file your report with the right local authorities (police, animal services, etc.) and amplify it through community networks. We handle the legwork of routing and monitoring so you don't have to; official agencies still process claims and holds.
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The sooner you report your loss, the sooner all these channels know to look. Fill out your report, let us route it to the right places, and then take a breath. Your report keeps searching while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with St. Louis County Police, the Humane Society of Missouri, Fenton City Hall, St. Louis Lambert International Airport, or any other local agency or business listed on this page. We work to coordinate your report across these official channels and community networks, but we do not operate the police, animal shelters, or lost and found offices themselves. Please verify contact information and hours directly with each organization.