Lost something in Winston-Salem? Here is who holds found property.
Submit one report and we notify the Winston-Salem Police Department, Forsyth County Animal Shelter, transit authority, and all relevant local channels. Then we monitor the web continuously, scanning social media, community boards, and marketplaces to find matches while you focus on your 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.
Recent activity
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 it works
You tell us what you lost
Describe your item, where and when you lost it, and any identifying details. Takes about 3 minutes.
We route it to the right places
We submit your report to Winston-Salem Police, Forsyth County services, the transit authority, and post alerts on active local social channels. You don't have to figure out who to call.
We search the web for you, every day
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplaces, and local community boards for weeks or months, looking for posts matching your item. We alert you instantly if a credible match surfaces. You stay in control, and you sleep knowing someone is watching.
Where to report and what to do
A breakdown of the main channels in Winston-Salem, and how ReportLost handles each one for you.
Winston-Salem Police Department
The police Records Division logs lost property reports and maintains a database. You can file a report online or visit in person. We identify the correct precinct for your loss location and generate the exact information you'll need to include.
Forsyth County Evidence Management
If your item was lost and handed to police, it may be held at the county's property facility. You'll need to call ahead and confirm an appointment to retrieve or inquire. We provide you with the exact details to reference when you call.
Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA)
If you left something on a bus, contact the transit authority directly. They maintain a lost and found at the Clark Campbell Transportation Center. We alert WSTA on your behalf and monitor their channels for updates.
Smith Reynolds Airport & Piedmont Triad International
Items lost at Smith Reynolds Airport (INT) or the nearby Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI) are tracked separately. Visitor Services and airport security handle lost and found. We know which airport to contact based on where you lost your item.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, time is critical. The Forsyth County Animal Shelter and Forsyth Humane Society both maintain intake records and can help reunite you with your animal. Multiple local Facebook groups are active 24/7. File a priority lost pet report to ensure rapid alert across shelters, humane societies, and pet networks. file a priority lost pet report
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
The sooner you report, the better your odds.
Every hour counts when something is lost. Once you submit your report, our team takes it from there. While you get back to life, we're scanning every corner of the local web, every day, looking for your item. No stress, no daily checking required.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Winston-Salem is frustrating, but what's worse is juggling calls to the police precinct, the animal shelter, the transit authority, and a dozen different Facebook groups, all while checking them obsessively every day. ReportLost simplifies that mess by centralizing your loss into one secure report that reaches all the right channels at once, and then we take over the daily legwork.
Once you report, we activate continuous automated monitoring. We search the entire web, including local social networks, marketplaces, and community pages, for any sign of a found item matching yours. Unlike checking manually, our scan runs 24/7 for months, so you don't miss a match buried in a post from last week or a comment on a Nextdoor thread you forgot to follow. Report once, and we'll find it for you.
Lost in a specific neighborhood?
Tell us where, and we'll ensure the right local channels are contacted.
Old Salem
Historic downtown core with museums, galleries, and shops. High foot traffic makes lost items more likely to be turned in, but also easier to misplace in crowds.
Downtown Winston-Salem
Business district around Elm Street, Cherry Street, and Main Street. Police precinct and City Hall are centrally located here; reports filed downtown are processed fastest.
Hanes Mall & West Side
Shopping and residential area where lost items are often handed to retail lost & found desks. Transit routes 80, 81, 82, and 83 serve this area.
West End & Centennial Area
Residential neighborhoods with parks, local shops, and WSTA bus stops. Community boards and Nextdoor are active here.
Reynolda Village & Arts District
Cultural hub with galleries, restaurants, and the Reynolda House. Lost items in shops and venues are often logged by management.
Winston-Salem's active online communities
We post to these channels on your behalf and monitor them for matches.
Facebook group dedicated to lost items and missing property across the county
Specialized Facebook group for lost and found animals in Winston-Salem and surrounding towns
Pet-focused Facebook community for rapid alerts and sightings
Reddit community for local news, advice, and lost & found posts
Neighborhood app where locals often post found items and ask for help locating missing belongings
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Winston-Salem Police Department hold lost property?
Property held by police is typically kept for 30 to 90 days, depending on the type of item and whether it's evidence in a case. Call the Records Division at 336-773-7922 to confirm hold times and schedule an appointment to retrieve your item.
What if my item was found on a WSTA bus?
Contact the Winston-Salem Transit Authority at their main number or visit the Clark Campbell Transportation Center. Items are held for a limited time before being cleared. ReportLost notifies WSTA on your behalf and monitors their channels for your item.
How do I retrieve something from Forsyth County Evidence Management?
Call 336-726-7285 to confirm an appointment with the Evidence Management Staff at 1200 Patterson Avenue. You may need a case number or police report reference. Bring identification.
If I lost a pet, how fast can the animal shelter help?
Call Forsyth County Animal Shelter immediately at 336-703-2480 (available 24/7). They intake lost pets and hold them for a mandatory stray period. ReportLost submits priority pet alerts to both the county shelter and Forsyth Humane Society simultaneously.
How long does ReportLost monitor the web for my lost item?
We scan social media, marketplaces, and community boards continuously for 12 months, depending on the item type and circumstances. You'll receive an alert the moment we detect a credible match.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or police partner?
No. ReportLost is an independent, private service that works alongside official channels. We're not affiliated with the Winston-Salem Police Department, Forsyth County, or the city government. We complement official reporting by automating the web search and monitoring that you'd otherwise do yourself. Your primary report is always filed directly with police and relevant local agencies through official channels.
Lost & found in nearby cities
File your report below.
The faster you report, the better your chances. Once your report is filed, our team and automation take over. We'll watch the entire web for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Winston-Salem Police Department, Forsyth County, the City of Winston-Salem, the Winston-Salem Transit Authority, Smith Reynolds Airport, Piedmont Triad International Airport, Forsyth County Animal Shelter, Forsyth Humane Society, or any local government or law enforcement agency. We are not an official lost & found service and do not replace police reports or direct contact with these agencies. Our service automates web monitoring and coordinates reporting on your behalf. Always file an official police report for theft or serious loss.