Lost something in Davidson? File a report and we'll help you track it down.
Submit one report and we'll connect you with the Davidson Police Department, Davidson County Animal Services, local transit channels, and active community groups. Your report keeps searching for a match across all these channels , so you can focus on what matters.
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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Across the United States
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to the right authorities and channels in Davidson.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Davidson Police Department, Animal Services if it's a pet, relevant local groups on Facebook and Nextdoor, and any transit services involved. No need to make five different calls.
Your report stays active and searching
We continue cross-referencing new posts, found items, and community updates against your description for 12 months. You'll get an alert if a credible match surfaces, so you're not checking Facebook groups every day yourself.
Where Lost Items End Up in Davidson
And how ReportLost connects you to each one
Davidson Police Department
Found items and theft reports go here first. The police department is headquartered on Main Street and accepts lost and found reports during business hours. We tell you which precinct or office covers your situation and generate the exact details they'll need to log your report.
Animal Care & Control (Lost Pets)
If you've lost or found a cat, dog, or other pet, Animal Care & Control is the hub. They hold lost animals for a period while they search for their families, and they're the first place people turn when they find a stray. We ensure your pet report reaches them and the community groups that specialize in pet reunifications.
DCTS (Davidson County Transit System)
Left something on a DCTS bus? Items get turned in to the transit authority, and there's a lost and found system in place. We point you to the right process and ensure the right agency has your report if your loss involves public transportation.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
If you lost something at the airport (or on a flight passing through), the CLT Lost & Found office is in Baggage Claim, Zone 4, and operates seven days a week. We help you connect with the airport and your airline's lost baggage team if needed.
Town of Davidson & Davidson County Government
Lost something at a town event, community center, or county facility? Town Hall and the county offices can file your report and hold found items. We ensure your loss gets logged in the right department and stays in the system.
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Ready to get started?
The sooner you file a report, the sooner it starts working for you across Davidson's network. Your report stays active for months, so early action puts more time on the clock.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Davidson is frustrating, and the system doesn't make it easier. Found items scattered across the police department, animal shelter, Facebook groups, and community boards means you end up chasing leads in a dozen places at once. ReportLost simplifies that by filing your loss once and letting our team route the information to all the relevant channels in town.
Once your report is filed, it doesn't disappear after a week. Your report stays active for 12 months, continuously cross-checking new found items and community posts with your description. If someone posts a found wallet, ring, or lost pet that matches, we notify you right away. You get the peace of mind that comes from knowing the search is ongoing, without the daily grind of refreshing local boards yourself.
Common Places Where Locals Lose Things
Know where to look, and where your report matters most
Main Street & Downtown Davidson
The heart of town sees a steady flow of foot traffic. Wallets, rings, phones, and purses are lost in restaurants, shops, and outdoor seating areas. Police and local businesses keep found items in a central system.
Davidson College Campus
A major hub for the community. Lost and found items from the college often end up with campus security or student services, but they may not be listed in the town system. Your report helps bridge that gap.
Parks & Recreation Areas
From greenways to community parks, outdoor spaces see lost keys, glasses, and pet incidents. Local Parks & Recreation and Animal Control coordinate lost item recovery here.
DCTS Bus Routes & Transit Stops
Items left on buses or at transit stations are collected by the Davidson County Transit System. Quick reporting to DCTS gives you the best chance of recovery.
Community Groups & Online Channels
Where Davidson locals post found items and help reunite people with their belongings
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets with their owners in Davidson
County-wide Facebook group for lost and found animals across the broader Davidson County area
Hyper-local neighborhood posts often surface found items before they reach official channels
Reddit community where lost items and pets in NC sometimes get visibility beyond town groups
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Davidson Police Department hold lost items?
The Davidson Police Department holds found items for a standard period (check with them at 704-892-7591 for exact retention times, as policies vary by item type). Early reporting increases the chance of recovery.
What happens if I lost a pet in Davidson?
Contact Animal Care & Control immediately at 704-892-5131. They hold found pets for a set period, and also post alerts to lost and found pet groups on Facebook and Nextdoor. ReportLost connects your report to all these channels and keeps the alert active for months.
Can I report a loss if I left it on a DCTS bus?
Yes. Call DCTS Lost & Found at 336-883-7278 to report items left on a bus. Items are held for a time, and ReportLost can ensure your report reaches them so it stays in the system even after you hang up.
Is there a lost and found at Davidson town events?
Found items at town-sponsored events are typically held at Town Hall or the Police Department. We help you file a report that covers both and stays active as the system searches.
How does ReportLost.org differ from calling the police myself?
ReportLost is an independent service that files your report with the police, animal services, and local online groups all at once, then keeps your report active and searching for 12 months. You still work with official channels, but we handle the routing and ensure your loss doesn't fall through the cracks after the initial report.
Will my report eventually expire?
Your report stays active and continues searching for a match for your entire 6 or 12-month search period. After that, you have the option to renew if you'd like the search to continue.
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Your lost item report starts now
File once, let your report work across Davidson's entire network. The sooner it's in the system, the sooner your report is actively searching for a match, day after day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Davidson Police Department, Animal Care & Control, Davidson County Transit System, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, or any other local government or private entity mentioned. We route your report to these official channels and community groups on your behalf, but all official lost and found services remain the responsibility of their respective organizations.