Lost something in Durham? Here is who to contact.
File one report and we'll notify the Durham Police Department, the City of Durham, local transit, and RDU Airport (if relevant). We then monitor the web continuously for matches across marketplaces and local social channels 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
Reported in Durham
- WalletSeptember 26
- Wedding Band lost in Durham N CAugust 12
- WalletAugust 9
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You Report Your Loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details the right authorities need, so you don't have to chase down each office separately.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report reaches the Durham Police Department, City of Durham services, local transit lost and found, and RDU Airport (if applicable). Each gets the exact information they need, formatted correctly.
Automated Monitoring Finds Matches
Our system scans the entire web, including marketplaces, social platforms, and local Durham community channels, every day for months. The moment a credible match appears, you get an alert. No more refreshing ten websites yourself.
Where to Report & What to Check
Below are the official channels. ReportLost contacts them for you and monitors their systems in the background.
Durham Police Department
The Durham Police Department operates a property and evidence division and accepts non-emergency reports online through their Police to Citizen portal. We handle filing your report and follow up on its status for you.
City of Durham & County Services
The City of Durham and Durham County handle lost items reported at public facilities and city services. We ensure your report reaches the right department and monitor for updates across municipal channels.
Durham Region Transit (DRT) & GoTriangle
Lost something on a bus? Durham Region Transit and GoTriangle run the local bus network and maintain a central lost and found at Durham Station. We notify them with your details and check their system regularly.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
RDU processes thousands of lost items annually. Their police department maintains a lost and found. We report your loss to them and keep watch on their system for matches.
Lost Pet?
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Durham, contact the Animal Protection Society of Durham immediately. They maintain archives of lost and found pets in the community. For urgent help alerting the broader area, file a priority lost pet report with us and we'll amplify your search across local channels.
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Stop Searching Yourself
Once you've filed a report with us, the legwork is handled. We contact the authorities, gather information from their systems, and scan the web for you every single day. What takes you an hour across five different websites, we do automatically.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Durham throws you into a frustrating loop, visiting the police non-emergency line, checking the transit office, calling the airport separately, and then scanning social media groups and marketplace listings on your own for weeks. Each organization operates independently, and there's no central way to monitor everywhere at once.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report reaches all the right channels, and our continuous automated search watches the web for you, 24/7 for up to a year. You can breathe once you've filed, knowing the system is working in your favor.
Common Places Losses Happen
We monitor lost and found reports from across Durham, but these areas see frequent activity.
Downtown Durham & Main Street
The historic downtown core, retail shops, and restaurants along Main Street are high-traffic zones where items are frequently mislaid and turned in to local businesses.
Duke University Campus & Surrounding Areas
The Duke campus and the neighborhoods around it generate reports from students, staff, and visitors. Items left in academic buildings, libraries, and transit hubs turn up regularly.
Durham Station & Transit Hubs
The central transit center and bus stations see daily losses. Many items are recovered and logged by drivers and station staff.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The airport processes thousands of lost items yearly. TSA checkpoints, gates, baggage claim, and retail areas are common loss sites.
Shopping Centers & Retail Districts
Mall parking lots, retail stores, and shopping centers across Durham account for many reported losses, especially during peak hours.
Stay Connected on Local Channels
Durham residents share lost and found posts on social media and community platforms. We monitor these automatically for you.
Durham community groups and neighborhood pages where locals post found items and lost pet alerts
Your neighborhood's Nextdoor feed, where items are often recovered and residents help reunite people with belongings
r/Durham and r/raleigh, where community members sometimes post about found items and local services
If you've lost a pet, PawBoost shares lost and found pet reports across social media and email alerts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Durham Police keep lost items?
Durham Police Property and Evidence office holds items for a period determined by state law, typically 60 to 90 days depending on the type of item. We recommend filing immediately so your report is on file before that window closes.
Where is the Durham Transit lost and found located?
The lost and found for Durham Region Transit is located at Durham Station (Regional Transit Center, 901 Slater Road). You can also call them at 1-866-247-0055 to inquire about a specific item. We notify them of your loss and check their system regularly.
How do I pick up an item at RDU Airport's lost and found?
Contact RDU Lost and Found at (919) 840-7553 or lostitems@rdu.com with a description. If your item is found, they'll provide pickup instructions. We handle the initial report and monitor their system for matches.
Can I file a police report online in Durham?
Yes, Durham Police Department offers non-emergency online reporting through their Police to Citizen portal. ReportLost files the report correctly for you and follows up, so you don't need to navigate the process alone.
What should I do if I lost a pet in Durham?
Contact the Animal Protection Society of Durham at 919-560-0640 or visit their facility at 2117 E. Club Blvd. immediately. Check their lost and found archives online. ReportLost can also <a href="/report-lost-pet">file a priority lost pet report</a> to amplify your search across local channels.
Is ReportLost.org official or run by the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not operated by any government agency or police department. We act as a coordinating partner, ensuring your report reaches the right officials and monitoring public channels on your behalf. Police, transit, and airport services remain the official repositories for lost items, and you always have the right to contact them directly.
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Ready? Start Your Report Now
The sooner you file, the sooner the authorities are notified and our monitoring begins. Don't wait days to discover that an item was turned in somewhere—let us find it while you move on.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Durham Police Department, City of Durham, Durham Region Transit, RDU Airport, the Animal Protection Society of Durham, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We coordinate with these organizations on your behalf and monitor public channels; however, all official lost and found repositories and legal authorities remain independent. For emergency matters, always contact 911 or your local police non-emergency line.