Lost something in Dover? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
Submit a single report, and we notify the Dover Police Department, reach out to COAST Bus if it's transit-related, check with Pope Memorial Humane Society for pets, and scan the web continuously for matches across local marketplaces and social channels.
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 Dover
You file the report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate a detailed description optimized for each channel and the Dover authorities who might help.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to Dover Police, the appropriate lost and found offices (COAST Bus, Pope Memorial if it's a pet), and local social networks so the right people know immediately.
We monitor the web for you
Over the next 12 months, we automatically search Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community pages for posts matching your item. When a credible match appears, you get an alert, so you don't have to check daily yourself.
Where things get found in Dover
The main places to report your loss and how ReportLost connects you
Dover Police Department
The Dover Police maintain a lost and found for items turned in to their precinct. You can file a report online or by phone. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and what details to include so your report is taken seriously.
COAST Bus Lost & Found
If you left something on a local COAST bus, items are held at the COAST Administrative Office in Dover. We point you to the right desk and the best way to describe what you lost for their staff to locate it quickly.
City Hall & Municipal Services
Dover City Hall can direct you to the right department if your item was turned in at a city facility or public building. We generate the exact questions to ask and help you navigate the municipal system quickly.
Lost & Found Pets
If you've lost a pet in Dover, Pope Memorial Humane Society (PMHS) is the primary shelter and can help locate your animal. They maintain detailed records of lost and found pets, and we ensure your pet's information reaches them immediately. file a priority lost pet report
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Every hour counts when something goes missing. A report filed today means we can begin scanning social channels and local lost and found offices right away. Once submitted, your information is in motion, and our automated system takes over the monitoring so you can focus on other things.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Dover is stressful, and the usual recovery process is fragmented: you call the police, check the bus company, post on Facebook, monitor Nextdoor, and hope someone posts that they found it. ReportLost simplifies that chaos by consolidating your report and routing it to all the relevant places in Dover at once, then doing the ongoing monitoring for you.
The real advantage is the automated web surveillance. Instead of you refreshing Facebook groups and marketplaces every day for weeks, we scan continuously for any post that might be your item, matching on description, location, and date. Once your report is in, you can breathe, knowing our system is actively watching and will alert you the moment something credible turns up.
Common places people lose things in Dover
Let us know where your item was last seen, and we'll route it to the right local authority
Downtown Dover & Central Avenue
The heart of Dover, including shops, restaurants, and City Hall, where wallets, keys, and bags are frequently turned in to nearby businesses and the police.
Dover Rail Trail & Parks
The scenic rail trail and public parks are popular with walkers and cyclists, but also places where items fall out of pockets and go unclaimed until found by park staff.
COAST Bus Routes & Transit Stops
Items left on buses or at transit shelters end up at COAST's administrative office, where you can report and retrieve them.
Residential & Neighborhood Streets
Items lost while commuting or walking your neighborhood often turn up with neighbors or local shops, searchable through community Facebook groups.
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital & Medical Facilities
A major institutional hub where personal items are frequently left in waiting areas and turned in to main reception.
Dover community channels where lost items are posted
We monitor these and dozens of other local spaces so you don't have to
Facebook group for lost and found pets across New Hampshire, including Dover
Official city page where residents often post local lost and found notices
Neighborhood-based social network where Dover residents frequently report found items
Reddit community for Dover where locals help locate lost items
Various community and neighborhood groups where Dover residents share found items
Frequently asked questions about lost and found in Dover
How long does Dover Police hold onto lost and found items?
Dover Police typically hold items for 30 to 60 days before disposal. We recommend contacting them as soon as possible at (603) 742-4646. Once your report is filed with ReportLost, we'll help you follow up if needed.
How long does COAST Bus keep lost items?
Items are held at COAST's Administrative Office at 6 Sumner Street, Dover. Call (603) 743-5777 (Option 3) to check if your item has been turned in. We'll ensure your description reaches them quickly.
What should I tell the Pope Memorial Humane Society when I report a lost pet?
Have ready a photo, a detailed physical description, breed/type, color markings, collar or tags, and where and when your pet was last seen. Pope Memorial is at 221 County Farm Road, Dover, and can be reached at (603) 749-5322. ReportLost will compile this information for you.
Can I file a lost item report online with Dover Police?
Yes, Dover Police offer online citizen reporting for non-emergency incidents. Visit https://www.dover.nh.gov/government/city-operations/police/citizen-online-reporting/ or call (603) 742-4646. ReportLost handles routing your details to them.
How often does ReportLost search for my lost item?
Our system performs automated scans of the web, social media, and local marketplaces continuously over a 6 to 12 month period. We're looking for posts describing found items that match yours in location, time, and description. When a credible match is detected, we alert you immediately.
Is ReportLost.org officially run by Dover Police or the city?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works on your behalf to report losses to the appropriate Dover authorities and monitor the web. We're not government-affiliated, but we cooperate with local lost and found offices, police departments, and transit systems to ensure your information reaches them.
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Ready to get started?
The faster you report your loss, the faster we can put our team and automated monitoring to work. Fill out a quick report below, and within hours your information will be in front of Dover Police, COAST, and the local community channels that matter. Then our system watches the web for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Dover Police Department, City of Dover, COAST Bus, Pope Memorial Humane Society, or any other local authority mentioned. We work cooperatively with these organizations to report losses and monitor public channels, but we are a separate entity providing an additional layer of outreach and automated monitoring to improve recovery chances.