Lost something in St. Louis? We handle the reporting for you.
Submit one report and we notify the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Lambert Airport, Metro Transit, and all relevant lost & found offices across the city, while our system continuously searches the web for matches.
🔍Recently reported lost items in St. Louis – updated this July 19, 2026
- 📍 Card holder lost near Snapping Turtle sculpture, July 17.
- 📍 Compact umbrella lost near Museum at the Gateway Arch, July 17.
- 📍 Wool hat lost near Paul C. Wehner Senior Memorial Park, July 16.
How ReportLost works in St. Louis
You fill out your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Include any details that matter, like color, brand, or where exactly in the city it went missing.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the SLMPD, Metro Transit, Lambert Airport lost & found, and other relevant city services automatically, so you don't have to hunt down phone numbers or office hours.
We monitor the web for you
Our system scans local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, classified sites, and community forums continuously for up to 6 to 12 months, looking for posts about found items matching your description. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears.
Where to report a loss in St. Louis
If you prefer to report directly, here's what to contact
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
The SLMPD handles lost and found reports filed within city limits. You can call the non-emergency line to file a report, and we make sure the right precinct knows about your loss.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport
If you lost something at the airport, the Airport Police Department runs a dedicated lost & found in Terminal 1. Items are held and can be retrieved during business hours. We'll alert them to keep an eye out.
Metro Transit St. Louis
Lost something on a MetroLink or bus? Metro Transit keeps a central lost and found and can look up items by route and date. Customer Service can search their database and let you know if your item turned up.
St. Louis City Hall
City Hall can direct you to the right city department or neighborhood office if your loss involves a municipal facility or public space. They can also point you to other local resources.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in St. Louis, time matters. Contact the Animal Care Center, Humane Society of Missouri, or post to STL Lost Pets right away. We recommend you file a priority lost pet report to reach multiple shelters at once and activate social media alerts across the region.
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Don't wait to report.
The sooner you file a report, the sooner we begin searching and the more time we have to monitor local channels. Once you submit, the process is out of your hands and in ours.
Report my lost item →St. Louis spreads across the city and its county, and when you lose something here, you end up making calls to separate agencies: the police, the airport, the bus system, neighborhood groups. Each one has its own phone line, form, and process. ReportLost bundles all of that into a single report that we distribute to every relevant service at once, and then we take over the search for you.
The real difference is our web monitoring. Most people who report a loss have to check Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and classified listings themselves, day after day, hoping to spot their item. We do that work continuously in the background, scanning the places St. Louisans actually post found items, and alert you the moment we find a potential match. Submit once, and let us handle the legwork.
Where people lose things in St. Louis
Common loss locations across the city
Downtown St. Louis
Popular around the Gateway Arch, Kiener Plaza, and downtown restaurants and hotels. Items lost in this central area reach multiple city services quickly.
Clayton
Clayton's shopping districts, parks, and business corridor see frequent losses. County services handle most reports here.
The Loop
University City's retail and entertainment district, home to Washington University. Young professionals and students frequently report losses in shops and cafes.
Lambert Airport
Security checkpoints, baggage claim, and terminals are common loss sites. The airport's dedicated lost & found holds items for extended periods.
City and County Parks
Forest Park, Tilles Park, and neighborhood green spaces are frequent locations. Items can be reported to both city and county authorities.
St. Louis communities that help find lost items
People post found items constantly on these platforms
Questions about losing and finding items in St. Louis
How long does the St. Louis Metropolitan Police keep lost and found items?
The SLMPD typically holds items for 30 to 90 days depending on the precinct and the type of item. Jewelry and electronics may be held longer. Call 314-231-1212 (non-emergency) to ask your local precinct directly about retention periods.
Where do I claim an item at Lambert Airport?
Items at Lambert are held at the Airport Police Department in Terminal 1, near Door 18 (Lower Level). You can contact Lost & Found at 314-890-1370 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays to confirm an item is there before visiting.
How does Metro Transit handle lost items on buses and MetroLink?
Metro Customer Service keeps all found items in a central lost and found. Call 314-231-2345 (or 618-271-2345 from the Illinois side) and describe what you lost, including the bus or train number and date. They'll search their records and hold items for a set period.
Can I post in Facebook groups if I lose something?
Yes. Groups like Greater St Louis Lost & Found Paws and neighborhood Nextdoor threads are active and helpful for circulating information quickly. Many people find items this way, but manually checking these daily is tedious. ReportLost scans them automatically for you.
What should I do if I lose a pet in St. Louis?
Call the Animal Care Center (314-657-1500 or 314-622-4800), the Humane Society of Missouri (314-647-8800), or post immediately to STL Lost Pets and Facebook pet groups. <a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>Filing a priority lost pet report</strong></a> reaches multiple shelters and alerts the community all at once.
Is ReportLost.org an official service, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the St. Louis police or city government. We are not a replacement for official channels. Instead, we make reporting easier by handling distribution and by automating the ongoing web search that you would otherwise do yourself. Your report still reaches all the official agencies, and police records are filed through normal channels.
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Fill out your details below, and we'll get your report to every relevant St. Louis service and start monitoring the web for matches. The sooner you report, the sooner we search.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, St. Louis County Police, City of St. Louis, Metro Transit, Lambert Airport, the Animal Care Center, or any other government or municipal agency listed. We distribute your report to these official channels and monitor public web sources on your behalf, but we do not replace official lost and found systems or police reporting. Always contact emergency services (911) for urgent situations.