Misplaced something in Manchester? File a report and we'll help you track it down.
One simple report routes your loss to the Manchester Police Department, the Manchester Transit Authority, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, and local community channels, then we keep watch across the web for matches while you go about 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
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Local contact details reviewed on July 13, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You Tell Us What's Lost
Describe your item, where you last had it, and when. We gather all the details needed for a thorough search, including photos if you have them.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report reaches the Manchester Police Department, the relevant transit authority or airport office if applicable, and gets shared with active local lost and found networks, all from one submission.
Continuous Web Monitoring Finds Your Match
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community pages automatically and repeatedly for months, alerting you instantly if someone posts a found item matching your description, location, and timeline. You don't have to refresh pages or check sites every day.
Where to Report in Manchester
Each of these channels handles different types of losses. ReportLost submits to all the relevant ones for you, but here's what each covers.
Manchester Police Department
The Manchester Police Department maintains lost and found records for items lost in public spaces and businesses throughout the city. If you report directly, call their non-emergency line or visit in person at their Valley Street headquarters. We file your report with the right precinct and include all details they'll need to log and track your item.
Manchester Transit Authority (MTA) Lost and Found
Items left on MTA buses are collected at the end of each route. The transit authority holds lost items for a period before they're disposed of. When you report with us, we alert MTA immediately with your item details. If you go it alone, contact them directly at their main office on Elm Street or by phone.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport Lost and Found
Losses at MHT are documented through the airport's dedicated lost and found system. Items can take up to seven days to be processed into their system. We make sure your report reaches their arrivals area desk and communications center. They also accept direct reports if you prefer to follow up yourself.
Lost Pets
Manchester Animal Shelter and Animal Control coordinate lost pet reports. Granite State Dog Recovery also helps reunite lost dogs with families. For the fastest response and the widest network, file a priority lost pet report with us. We'll notify the shelter, animal control, and post to PawBoost and local pet networks simultaneously.
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Ready to Get Started?
Filing early improves your chances of recovery. Once your report is in, our team and automated systems take it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Manchester can feel isolating. You're left juggling phone calls to the police department, the bus company, the airport if you travel, plus scrolling through multiple Facebook groups and community pages day after day, hoping someone posts a photo of what you're looking for. ReportLost simplifies that scatter by connecting your loss to all the right places at once, and then standing watch on your behalf.
Once you submit your report to us, you can exhale. Our team notifies the Manchester Police Department, the transit authority, and local community networks instantly. Then, while you focus on your day, our automated monitoring keeps searching public web sources, social media, and marketplace listings for any matching 'found' posts. The moment a credible match appears, you'll hear from us. It's the peace of mind that comes from knowing someone reliable is looking, around the clock, so you don't have to be.
Common Places Where Things Get Lost in Manchester
Most losses in the Queen City happen at transit points, shopping areas, and downtown public spaces.
Downtown & City Center
The heart of Manchester, including shops, restaurants, and City Hall, is where many items go missing. Our monitoring covers downtown business pages and community posts.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT)
Travelers frequently lose bags, phones, and travel items in terminals and baggage claim. The airport system can take days to process, so early reporting helps.
MTA Bus Routes & Transit Center
Public transit sees a steady stream of lost wallets, phones, and personal items. The transit authority collects them, but they're processed slowly without a quick report.
Elm Street & Shopping Districts
Retail and commercial zones along Elm Street and major shopping areas see frequent losses. Local businesses and community channels often spot found items here.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Manchester's parks and green spaces are common places to misplace items during outdoor activities. Community groups often post found items on local social media.
Manchester Lost and Found Community Channels
These groups and networks actively post found items and help reunite belongings with owners. ReportLost alerts them all at once.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found items for Manchester residents
Statewide Facebook community for reporting and finding lost pets
Facebook page connected to Manchester Animal Shelter for pet reports
Reddit community for Manchester residents, includes lost and found posts
Neighborhood social network where locals post found items and alerts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Manchester Police Department hold lost items?
The Manchester Police Department maintains lost and found records for items reported in public spaces, but specific retention periods vary by item type. Contact them at (603) 668-8711 to ask about your specific loss. ReportLost will include this information in your report.
What if I lost something on an MTA bus?
MTA collects items at the end of each route. Call (603) 623-8801 during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM) to ask if your item was found. Buses run expanded weekend hours, so your item may have been collected even if you lost it after hours. ReportLost alerts them immediately.
How long will the airport keep my lost item?
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport typically receives items within 48 hours of loss but processing can take up to seven days. Go to their online lost and found system or call the airport communications center for status updates. Items are held for a reasonable period before disposal.
How does ReportLost monitor for my lost item?
After you submit your report, our system continuously searches public Facebook groups, Nextdoor, community marketplace pages, and other online channels for posts matching your item's description, the location where it was lost, and the date. When a credible match appears, you get an alert. This monitoring runs for up to 12 months, so you don't have to manually check every day.
Should I report directly to the police and the MTA, or just use ReportLost?
ReportLost handles the notifications for you. We file with the Manchester Police Department, the MTA, and community networks in one go. If you want to follow up personally or have other questions, you're welcome to contact them directly using the information in our guide.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not a government agency. We work alongside official channels like the Manchester Police Department and the MTA, but we don't replace them. We're here to simplify the process and keep watch for you. The police and transit authority remain your primary official channels for formal reports.
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Let's Find Your Lost Item
Filing your report now opens the door to recovery. Our team and automated systems will keep looking across the web for months, checking local community pages, social networks, and marketplaces so you don't have to.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Manchester Police Department, Manchester Transit Authority, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, Manchester Animal Shelter, or any other government or municipal agency. We work to complement official channels by notifying them of your report and monitoring public web sources on your behalf. Always contact official agencies directly for legal or urgent matters.