Lost something in Butte? One report gets your item into the right hands.
Submit your loss once, and we route it to Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement, local transit services, the animal shelter, and Butte's active lost and found community. Your report stays active, matching new posts and found items automatically so you don't have to check daily.
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
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You submit the details
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture the exact information needed to reach every relevant office in Butte-Silver Bow.
We connect it to the right places
Your report goes to the Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement Department, Transit Services, local lost pet networks, and gets posted where Butte residents actively search and share found items.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For 12 months, your report stays active and continues to cross-check against new found item posts, shelter intakes, and marketplace listings. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, without lifting a finger.
Where to report lost items in Butte
Official channels and how ReportLost connects you to them
Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement
Report lost property to the Law Enforcement Department, which serves the Butte area. We identify which precinct or station covers your loss location and generate the exact report details to include.
Butte Transit Services
Items left on local buses are held at the Transit Services office. We tell you exactly which buses run the route where you lost your item and how to follow up with the lost and found team.
City and County of Butte-Silver Bow
Lost items left in public buildings or reported through city channels are processed here. We help you identify the right department and prepare the information they'll need.
Chelsea Bailey Animal Shelter
If you've lost a pet, the animal shelter is your first stop. We make sure your lost pet report reaches them and stays posted across Butte's pet networks, or you can file a priority lost pet report to ensure maximum visibility and follow-up.
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Here are the offices that take your report.
The sooner you report, the fresher the lead and the wider the net. Once your report is in, our team handles the routing and your report stays active, giving you peace of mind while we work to find a match.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Butte means navigating separate systems: the police department handles reports, Transit Services has its own lost and found, the animal shelter holds strays, and the community trades tips across scattered Facebook groups and Nextdoor. By the time you've called them all and monitored posts for days, the trail grows cold.
ReportLost condenses that hunt into one smart action. File once, and we route your loss to every authority and community channel that might hold or spot your item. Better yet, your report doesn't stop after you submit it. It stays live, automatically watching for matches across Butte's found item channels for months, alerting you the moment something surfaces, so you can focus on your day while the search continues in the background.
Common areas where people lose items in Butte
Include these details when you report to improve the search
Uptown Butte
The historic downtown core around Main Street and Montana Avenue is busy with shops, restaurants, and foot traffic. Items are frequently lost in retail stores, cafes, and on sidewalks here.
Montana Street Corridor
Running through the heart of town, Montana Avenue sees constant transit and shopping activity. Lost wallets, keys, and phones are common along this stretch.
Parks and Recreation Areas
Butte's parks, including those near the uptown area, are popular gathering spots where items get left behind during outdoor activities.
Bus Stations and Transit Hubs
Local bus stops and the main transit center see frequent passenger changes, making them hotspots for forgotten bags, phones, and personal items.
Residential Neighborhoods
Items lost during moves, deliveries, or while visiting friends in neighborhoods like Walkerville and surrounding areas often turn up weeks later with helpful neighbors.
Where Butte residents share lost and found posts
We post to these channels and monitor them for matches
Facebook group where locals post lost and found items and animals
Facebook community dedicated to reuniting people with lost pets and belongings
Facebook group focused on missing and found animals in the Butte area
Local Butte community page with lost and found discussions
Neighborhood app where Butte residents report found items and community alerts
Questions about reporting lost items in Butte
How long does the Law Enforcement Department hold lost property?
Contact the Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement Department at (406) 497-1120 to confirm the holding period for items in their custody. Most police departments hold items for 30 to 90 days before disposing of them, so early reporting is important.
What happens to items lost on Butte buses?
Items left on Transit Services buses are collected and stored at the transit office. Call (406) 497-6521 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:15 PM; Saturday, 8:45 AM to 4:15 PM) to describe your item and see if it's been turned in.
How long does a lost pet stay at Chelsea Bailey Animal Shelter?
Animal shelters typically hold found pets for 5 to 7 days before making them available for adoption. Contact the Chelsea Bailey Animal Shelter at (406) 782-7450 immediately if you've lost a pet, and provide them with a current photo and description.
Can I post a lost item report to Butte's Facebook groups myself?
Yes, groups like 'Butte's LOST and FOUND' and 'Butte Montana Lost and Found' accept posts from community members. However, ReportLost posts on your behalf to these channels while keeping your report active in the background, so you don't have to manage multiple posts or check for responses daily.
What should I include when reporting a lost item to the police?
Provide a detailed description (color, size, distinctive marks), the exact location where you lost it, the date and time, and your contact information. ReportLost generates this information for you to ensure nothing is missed.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We don't replace police reports or official lost and found offices. Instead, we simplify the process by routing your report to the right authorities and keeping your search active across Butte's community channels for months. You maintain full control of your case, and the information goes to the official channels that can actually report your loss.
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Start your search today
The faster you report, the sooner the community and authorities can help. Fill out your report now and let it work for you while you move forward with your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement Department, Transit Services, Chelsea Bailey Animal Shelter, or the City and County of Butte-Silver Bow. We route reports to these official channels and monitor community networks on your behalf, but we do not replace official lost and found services or police reports. Always file an official report with law enforcement if your lost item involves a crime or if required by local policy.