Lost something in Hattiesburg? Report it once, and let us handle the search.
One report connects you with the Hattiesburg Police Department, city services, Hub City Transit, and local social channels. Then we monitor the web continuously so you don't have to.
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
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Local contact details reviewed on July 14, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Hattiesburg
You Report Your Loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to local authorities and community channels.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report reaches the Hattiesburg Police Department, City Hall, Hub City Transit (if applicable), and active local Facebook groups and community networks automatically.
Automated Monitoring Finds Matches
For months, we scan Facebook marketplace listings, lost pet groups, Nextdoor posts, local community boards, and web classifieds for "found" posts matching your description, location, and timeline. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you can reach out immediately without checking sites yourself every day.
Where to Report in Hattiesburg
The official channels and how ReportLost connects you to them
Hattiesburg Police Department
Report stolen items and property losses directly to the HPD. We identify which division or desk handles your report and prepare the information you'll need. The police maintain lost and found records and can help you if your item was turned in by the public.
City of Hattiesburg
Lost something in a city building, park, or public space? Hattiesburg's administrative office and City Hall can direct you to the right department. We generate the exact contact and details for your location.
Hub City Transit
Items left on Hub City Transit buses are brought to the dispatch office. We tell you the right number to call and what information to provide so they can check their lost and found quickly.
Lost Pet Support
If you've lost a pet in Hattiesburg, time is critical and specialized channels make all the difference. Southern Pines Animal Shelter and the local lost pet community groups are your first stops, and our team can amplify your search across dedicated pet networks. File a priority lost pet report to activate extra visibility and monitoring in pet-specific channels.
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Start Your Search Today
The sooner you report, the sooner we start monitoring. Every day counts, and once your report is filed, our team takes over the surveillance work. You'll get notified the moment we spot a match.
Report my lost item →Hattiesburg's neighborhoods, transit system, shops, and parks mean lost items scatter across multiple channels and reporting systems. When you lose something here, there's no single place that knows about it yet, and manually checking the police, the bus company, local Facebook groups, and online marketplaces takes time you don't have.
ReportLost bridges that gap. Submit one report, and we notify the Hattiesburg Police Department, city services, and local community channels at once. Then our team watches the entire public web for weeks and months, tracking down "found" posts on social media, marketplaces, and local boards so you can focus on moving forward. Once you've reported, you can breathe easy, we're searching for you.
Common Neighborhoods & Areas in Hattiesburg
Where Hattiesburg residents most often lose items
Downtown Hattiesburg
The main business and shopping district along Broadway and Forrest Street, where wallets, keys, and phones frequently go missing from restaurants, shops, and offices.
University Area (Southern Mississippi Campus)
The Southern Mississippi campus spans a wide territory with dormitories, libraries, athletic facilities, and gathering spaces. Students often lose items in academic buildings, residence halls, and transit stops.
Hattiesburg Hub City Transit Routes
Bus stops and on-board Hub City Transit buses are frequent loss points. Check the transit lost and found if your item was lost during your commute.
Commercial & Retail Corridors
Shopping centers, restaurants, and chain stores throughout the city see a steady stream of lost items. Most report items to their own lost and found first.
Parks & Public Spaces
Hattiesburg's parks and recreational areas are places where personal items are left behind. The city or local community often holds these until claimed.
Hattiesburg Community Channels
Where locals post found items and help reunite people with belongings
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost and found animals
Collaborative Facebook group for the broader Pinebelt region
Reddit community where locals report found items and lost pets
Facebook page for official police updates and community safety
Neighborhood-by-neighborhood lost and found posts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Hattiesburg Police Department hold lost items?
Check directly with the Hattiesburg Police Department at 601-544-7900. Police typically hold items for a period ranging from weeks to months depending on the nature of the item. Once you file a report with ReportLost, we also watch for any posts indicating your item has been turned in to police or community channels.
Can I retrieve something left on a Hub City Transit bus?
Yes. Items found on Hub City Transit buses are held at the dispatch office at 1001 S. Tipton Street. Call 601-545-3356 with a description of your item. We can help you prepare that call and follow up if the bus company finds a match.
What do I do if I lost something at Southern Mississippi campus?
Contact the department or building where you lost the item first, as many offices keep their own lost and found. The university also has central lost and found services through parking and transit. We'll help route your report and monitor for postings from other campus community members who may have found it.
How do I report a lost pet in Hattiesburg?
Call Southern Pines Animal Shelter at 601-544-6632 immediately and file a report. Also post on Facebook groups like "Lost and Found Pets of Hattiesburg and Surrounding Areas" to reach the community quickly. ReportLost's lost pet reports activate extra monitoring across these groups and networks so your pet gets maximum visibility.
What if someone found my item but posts it online?
That's exactly what ReportLost watches for. We scan Facebook marketplace, lost and found community groups, Nextdoor, and other local platforms continuously for posts matching your item's description and location. The moment we find a credible match, we alert you so you can contact the person who found it.
Is ReportLost.org official? Do I have to use it instead of the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Hattiesburg Police Department or any government agency. We complement official channels, not replace them. You report to us, and we ensure your information reaches the police and other relevant services while also monitoring the broader community and web for matches. Filing a report with ReportLost does not replace filing a police report if your item was stolen; both are recommended for full coverage.
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Report Your Lost Item Right Now
The faster you get the word out, the sooner we can monitor and match. Fill out your report, and our team will route it to Hattiesburg Police, city services, transit, and local channels while we keep watch on the entire web for your item.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found notification and monitoring service. We are not affiliated with the Hattiesburg Police Department, City of Hattiesburg, Hub City Transit, Southern Pines Animal Shelter, Humane Society of South Mississippi, or any government or private agency mentioned on this page. We contact these organizations and services on your behalf and monitor public channels for matches, but the ultimate responsibility for investigating lost or stolen items rests with local law enforcement and the relevant service providers. This page is for informational purposes.