Lost something at Minot AFB or in Minot? Report it and get it back.
One report routes to the Minot Police Department, Minot Air Force Base Security Forces, Minot Airport Lost & Found, City Transit, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, so you won't have to chase down leads yourself.
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
No report has been filed in Minot AFB yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works at Minot AFB
You file your report in minutes
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture the details that matter most to police, base officials, and local shops.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to Minot PD, Security Forces if on base, the airport authority, transit dispatch, and Facebook groups where Minot residents share found items. No runaround, no repeated phone calls.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your report stays live and matches against new found-item posts, pawn records, and marketplace listings in the Minot area. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears—no need to refresh Facebook or call dispatch every day.
Where to report a lost item in Minot
Each channel below accepts reports independently. ReportLost contacts all of them at once and keeps your search active.
Minot Police Department
If you lost something off-base in Minot, the Minot Police Department is your first stop. File a report in person or by phone, and officers will log your item and check recent found-property intake. We generate the exact details to include so your report is clear and actionable.
Minot Police (701) 852-0111|Police email: police@minotnd.gov
Minot Airport Lost & Found
Lost an item at the terminal, security, or on a flight through Minot International? Call the airport office immediately. If your item was left on an aircraft, contact the airline directly. We ensure you have the exact contact info and what to say when you call.
Minot City Transit
Left a bag, phone, or wallet on a Minot City Transit bus? Call dispatch right away with the route number and time of day. Items are typically held at the transit office for a set period. We point you to the exact department and what information to have ready.
Minot AFB Security Forces
If you lost something on base, Minot AFB Security Forces maintains their own lost-and-found system. Contact them directly with specifics about where and when you lost your item. We remind you of their role and help ensure your report reaches the right desk.
Lost pet in Minot or on base
Minot Animal Control responds to lost and found pets throughout the city, and Minot Lost Pets (@lostpetsofminot) maintains an active Facebook community. If your cat or dog went missing, time matters—report immediately to both Animal Control and to the local lost-pet group. Then file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost so we can cross-reference your pet against shelter intakes and social posts for 12 months.
Facebook groups and Nextdoor
Minot Lost Pets and local Minot community groups on Facebook are goldmines for found items. Neighbors post found wallets, phones, and jewelry regularly. We post your report to the right groups on your behalf and monitor replies, so you're not hunting through comment threads.
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Ready to search smarter?
The sooner you file, the sooner your report starts matching against found items, pawn records, and community posts. Once it's in, you're free to move on—your search continues automatically.
Report my lost item →Minot AFB and the surrounding city create a unique lost-and-found landscape. Whether you've lost a wallet on base, a ring at Minot Airport, a phone on City Transit, or a laptop in a downtown shop, your item could be held by Security Forces, the Minot Police Department, airport staff, or a Good Samaritan posting to a local Facebook group. Piecing together where to report and who to contact takes hours, and by then, momentum fades.
ReportLost simplifies the search. File one comprehensive report, and we notify every relevant authority and community channel in Minot AFB and the city at once. Better yet, your report doesn't sit idle. For months after you file, it actively hunts for matches across found-item posts, online marketplaces, and pawn records—so you can focus on your day while the search keeps working.
Common places to lose something in Minot
These neighborhoods and hubs are hotspots for found items.
Downtown Minot
Shops, restaurants, and the City Hall area see regular foot traffic and lost-item pickups. Downtown lost reports often result in a call from a business owner.
Minot Airport & Terminal
Security checkpoints, gate areas, and baggage claim are common loss zones. Report immediately to the airport authority—they hold items for a limited time.
Minot AFB Main Gate & On-Base
Items lost near the gate, in base housing, or in commissary/exchange buildings are handled by Security Forces. File with them first, then with ReportLost for ongoing matching.
City Transit Routes
Buses serving downtown and base-connected routes are frequent loss locations. Call City Transit dispatch with the route number for fastest retrieval.
Residential & Commercial Lots
Car parks at shops, schools, and offices throughout Minot generate found items. Local police often field these reports—get a case number and file with ReportLost.
Community lost & found on social media
These groups and pages actively share found items.
Active Facebook group for reuniting lost and found animals, plus general lost items.
Official page sometimes posts found items and public alerts.
Base community posts, including the occasional lost-and-found thread from residents.
Neighbors report found wallets, phones, and other items regularly.
Reddit communities where military personnel and Minot residents discuss local issues.
Common questions about lost items in Minot
How long does Minot Police hold a lost item before they give it away?
Minot Police holds lost property for a set period. Check with the Minot Police Department at (701) 852-0111 or visit in person at 515 2nd Ave SW to confirm the current hold period and whether your item has been logged.
What if I lost something on a military flight or inside an aircraft at Minot Airport?
Contact the airline directly, not the airport authority. The airline's crew and baggage handlers manage on-board lost items. The airport's Lost & Found handles items lost in the terminal building itself. Call (701) 857-4724 if unsure.
How do I report a lost item on City Transit?
Call Minot City Transit at (701) 857-4148 as soon as possible with the bus route, vehicle number if you have it, and the time you rode. Items are held at the dispatch office. ReportLost ensures you know exactly what to say when you call.
I lost my ring on Minot AFB. Should I file with Security Forces or Minot Police?
File with Minot AFB Security Forces first, since they manage on-base lost property. If unsuccessful after a few days, file with Minot Police as well. ReportLost files with both simultaneously so nothing falls through the cracks.
Where do I retrieve a lost item once it's been found?
It depends: Minot Police will ask you to pick up at their headquarters; Minot Airport will notify you to collect at their Lost & Found office; City Transit will hold at dispatch. ReportLost guides you to the right place and confirms pickup procedures.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with Minot Police, Minot AFB, or any government agency. We are not a replacement for official reporting. You must file with the relevant authorities (police, transit, airport, base security). ReportLost amplifies your report by routing it to all the right places at once and keeping your search active for months so you don't have to—but the official channels are always your primary first step.
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Don't let your lost item fade into the background.
File with ReportLost and let us take the search off your plate. Your report reaches Minot Police, base authorities, airport staff, and the community instantly. Then it keeps hunting for you—matching against found posts, pawn records, and marketplace listings—while you move on with your life.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Minot Police Department, Minot Air Force Base, Minot Airport Authority, Minot City Transit, Ward County Sheriff's Office, Minot Animal Control, or the City of Minot. We complement official reporting channels but do not replace them. Always file with the relevant authority first (police, base security, airport, or transit). Our role is to amplify your report and maintain active matching for an extended period.