Lost something in Towaco? Here is where to report it.
File a single report and we notify the Montville Township Police Department, Montville Animal Shelter, NJ TRANSIT, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching new found postings to your description.
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 Towaco
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the exact details needed by Montville police, local animal control, NJ TRANSIT, and community groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Montville Township Police Department Records Division, Montville Animal Shelter, NJ TRANSIT Lost & Found if applicable, and gets shared across local Facebook groups and Nextdoor so your neighbors see it immediately.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report stays active and cross-checks new found items, marketplace posts, and community announcements. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to refresh group feeds every day.
Where to report lost items in Towaco
The right office for each situation
Montville Township Police Department
The Records Division handles lost and found reports for items lost in Towaco. We provide you with the precinct details and help you file with confidence. Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
NJ TRANSIT Lost & Found
If you left your wallet, phone, or bag on a bus or at a transit stop, NJ TRANSIT has a dedicated lost and found system. We ensure your item description reaches their team and stays in their database. You can also call 973-275-5555 or file online.
Lost Pet
If your cat, dog, or other pet has gone missing in Towaco or nearby Montville, contact the Montville Animal Shelter immediately at 973-334-6410. They maintain a database of lost and found animals and can help you search the right channels. To start the process and get ongoing support, file a priority lost pet report.
Montville Township Offices
The Municipal Building can direct you to the right department depending on where your item was lost. They're open Monday to Friday during business hours and can point you to the right desk.
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Start your search right away
The sooner you report a loss, the better your chances of recovery. Once your report is filed, our team springs into action, notifying police, transit, animal control, and community groups on your behalf. You can stop worrying and let us handle the legwork.
Report my lost item →Losing something valuable in Towaco means contacting multiple places: the Montville Township Police Department, checking NJ TRANSIT if you lost it on a bus, posting to neighborhood Facebook groups, and hoping someone spots it on Nextdoor. Each channel operates separately, and there's no simple way to keep one unified report active across all of them.
ReportLost cuts through that confusion. You file once, we notify every relevant office and community channel in Towaco, and your report remains live for months, automatically comparing new found postings to your description. While you go about your day, your search keeps working for you.
Common places people lose things in Towaco
We cover all neighborhoods and landmarks
Main Road and Downtown
The heart of Towaco, with shops and businesses where wallets, keys, and bags are frequently misplaced.
Route 10 Corridor
A major thoroughfare with commercial areas and parking lots, a common spot for car-related losses.
Towaco Parks and Recreation Areas
Local parks where rings, phones, and outdoor gear get left behind.
NJ TRANSIT Bus Stops
Transit hubs throughout Towaco where passengers frequently leave personal items.
Residential Neighborhoods
Homes and streets across Towaco where people lose keys, packages, and pets.
Your neighbors are looking too
Towaco's active community networks
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets in the Towaco and Montville area
New Jersey subreddit where Towaco residents post lost items and pet alerts
Neighborhood app used by Towaco residents to report and find lost items locally
Montville and Towaco community pages where posts reach neighbors quickly
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Montville Police Department keep lost and found reports on file?
The Montville Township Police Department Records Division accepts lost item reports during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm). Once filed, reports remain active in their system. With ReportLost, we ensure your report is filed and monitored continuously for 12 months.
Can I file a lost item report online with NJ TRANSIT?
Yes. NJ TRANSIT offers an online lost and found form at njtransit.com/lostandfound, or you can call 973-275-5555. ReportLost can help you determine if your lost item is transit-related and ensure your report reaches them.
What happens if I lose a pet in Towaco?
Contact the Montville Animal Shelter at 973-334-6410 immediately. They maintain a lost and found database and can check if a similar pet has been brought in. Filing a priority lost pet report through ReportLost ensures your pet description stays active across animal control and community networks.
How many days can found items be held at the Montville Animal Shelter?
New Jersey animal shelters typically hold found animals for a statutory period (usually 7 days or longer with microchip verification). Contact the Montville Animal Shelter at 973-334-6410 for their exact policy and to report your lost pet.
What should I include in my lost item report?
Include the item's description (color, brand, any distinguishing marks), where you lost it (address or business name), the date and approximate time, and how to contact you. ReportLost gathers all this info in one form and generates the exact details each agency needs.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for police?
ReportLost is an independent service that streamlines the reporting process for you. We're not affiliated with Montville Police, NJ TRANSIT, or local government, but we file reports directly with them and keep your search active across all channels. For emergencies, always dial 911.
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Ready to find what you lost?
Every minute counts, but once your report is filed, you can rest easy. We notify the Montville Police, NJ TRANSIT, local animal control, and community groups immediately. Your report stays active and keeps searching for you, automatically alerting you when a match appears.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Montville Township Police Department, NJ TRANSIT, the Montville Animal Shelter, or any government entity. We partner with these organizations by filing reports on your behalf and maintaining active searches. For emergencies, always call 911. This guide reflects current information but policies and contact details may change; verify directly with each agency for the most up-to-date information.