Lost something in Dunn? Report it and let us handle the search.
One report reaches the Dunn Police Department, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found items so you don't have to check back every day.
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 in Dunn
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need to route your case to the right people.
We notify the right channels
Your report goes straight to the Dunn Police Department, Animal Control (if it's a pet), and community groups watching for lost items and found pets in the area.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and cross-checks new found items posted locally, alerting you the moment a credible match appears.
Where to report a lost item in Dunn
The main local channels and how we help with each
Dunn Police Department
The Police Department keeps a lost and found for items turned in by the public. You can report a loss in person at 401 East Broad Street (Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm) or call them directly. We generate the exact details to include and tell you which report form to use.
Contact Police (Non-Emergency)|Visit in person at 401 East Broad Street
City Hall
City of Dunn's main office can direct you to the right department depending on where you lost your item or provide general guidance on next steps. Open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
Harnett Area Rural Transit (HARTS)
If you lost your item on a HARTS bus or at a transit hub, contact them directly. Found items are held at their office in Lillington. We help you file the right report with transit dispatch.
Lost pet in Dunn
If your dog or cat is missing, contact Dunn Animal Control immediately. They coordinate with local shelters and post alerts. We connect you with Animal Control and help you alert community pet networks fast. File a priority lost pet report
Call Dunn Animal Control|After hours, call Harnett County Sheriff
Community networks
Local Facebook groups and Nextdoor are where Dunn residents often post found items and pet sightings. We share your report to these channels so the community can help you search.
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Ready to report?
The sooner you file, the sooner we connect your case to the right people and start matching against found items in the area. You have nothing to lose and a lot to find.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Dunn can feel scattered: the police have one process, animal control another, and community groups post found items on Facebook or Nextdoor without a central way for you to know. Most people end up calling the same places multiple times or scrolling lost-and-found posts for weeks, hoping to spot their own item.
ReportLost simplifies that. File once, and we connect you to every relevant local resource, from the Police Department on East Broad Street to Dunn Animal Control. Better yet, your report stays active and continuously searches for a match across community channels, so you can focus on your day while we keep looking.
Common places to lose items in Dunn
Let us know where you lost something, and we'll route your report to the right local resources.
Downtown / East Broad Street
The heart of Dunn's business district, where City Hall, the Police Department, and local shops concentrate. Items lost here often end up with police or business owners.
North Ellis Avenue
Major commercial corridor with retail, services, and traffic. Lost wallets, phones, and bags are frequently found here and reported to nearby businesses.
Parks and recreation areas
Dunn's parks and green spaces see steady foot traffic. Found items are often turned in to the nearest park office or police.
Transit hubs and bus stops
HARTS bus stops and transfer points. Items left on buses go to the transit office in Lillington; we make sure your report reaches them.
Community networks searching in Dunn
Real people, real updates, real reunions. We post your report to these channels.
Active Facebook group covering Wake, Durham, and Orange County areas, including Dunn. Strong network for pet reunions and lost-pet alerts.
Official city page and community groups where residents share found items and lost pet sightings.
Neighborhood-level social platform where Dunn residents post found items and ask for help locating missing belongings and pets.
Dedicated lost and found pet platform covering the Dunn area. Connects your lost pet report to thousands of local searchers.
Questions about reporting a lost item in Dunn
How long will the Dunn Police Department hold my lost item?
Items held by the Police Department are typically kept for a set retention period before disposal. We recommend calling them at 910-892-2399 to ask about their specific hold duration and check on your item regularly.
Can I report a lost item over the phone to Dunn Police?
Yes, you can call the non-emergency line at 910-892-2399 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm). For after-hours reports, you can reach the Harnett County Sheriff's Office at 910-893-9111. ReportLost helps you organize the details to report efficiently.
What if I lost something on a HARTS bus?
Contact HARTS at 910-814-4019. Found items are held at their office at 250 Alexander Drive in Lillington, NC 27546. We make sure your report reaches the right HARTS department so they know to look for your item.
How quickly should I report a lost pet in Dunn?
As soon as possible. Call Dunn Animal Control immediately at 910-892-3777 during business hours, or 910-893-9111 after hours. We help you alert the community and coordinate with local shelters and pet networks so rescuers can start looking right away.
Does ReportLost replace calling the police or animal control?
No. ReportLost is a companion service that connects you to official channels and community networks, and keeps your report actively searching for months. You should still contact the Police Department or Animal Control directly for urgent items or missing pets, but once you've filed with them, ReportLost makes sure you're also reaching community channels and keeps searching on your behalf.
What makes ReportLost different from just posting on Facebook?
Posting on Facebook is great, but it's a one-time alert. ReportLost keeps your report active for 12 months, automatically cross-checking new found items posted locally and alerting you when a match is likely. You also don't have to figure out which precinct to call or which community groups to contact, we do that for you.
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The faster you report, the sooner Dunn Police, Animal Control, and the community can help you search. Your report will stay active for months, searching for a match so you don't have to.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Dunn, Dunn Police Department, Dunn Animal Control, Harnett Area Rural Transit, or any other local government or private entity listed on this page. We help you report your loss and distribute information to official channels and community networks, but we do not operate those services. Always contact the relevant local authority directly for time-sensitive or urgent matters.