Lost something in Westfield? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
One report gets routed to the Westfield Police Department, Garden State Plaza Lost & Found, NJ TRANSIT, and local community channels. Your report stays active during your search period, continuously matching against new found items so you don't have to check every listing 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
Across the United States
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details we need to alert the right places in Westfield.
We route it to the right channels
We notify the Westfield Police Department, local lost & found offices, transit authorities, and share your report on community channels so locals can help.
Your report keeps searching
for your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items posted online, in local groups, and at area facilities. You get an alert the moment a credible match surfaces, so you can reach out right away.
Where to report in Westfield
If you prefer to report directly, here's where to go. But ReportLost handles these channels for you.
Westfield Police Department
The Westfield PD accepts lost and found reports and keeps records that may help if your item turns up during investigations. We tell you which department handles your loss location and prepare the details you'll need to include in any report you file.
Garden State Plaza Lost & Found
If you lost an item at the mall, the Lost & Found office is located behind Zara's. They hold items and take phone inquiries. We make sure to reach out to them on your behalf and provide them your full contact details.
NJ TRANSIT Lost & Found
Lost something on a bus or at a station? NJ TRANSIT runs a dedicated lost and found system. Have your route number and the date ready when you report. We generate the exact information to share with their system.
Lost or found a pet
Pets need urgent attention. Alert the Westfield Police Department immediately and check with local animal rescue organizations like Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART). Community members often share sightings on local Facebook groups. For a streamlined process that keeps your pet's info active and searchable across multiple channels, file a priority lost pet report.
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Don't let time work against you
The sooner you report a loss, the better your chances of recovery. Once your report is filed with us, you can take a breath, knowing that we're routing the information to the right places and your report will continue searching automatically.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Westfield can feel scattered because reporting channels are spread out. The police take one kind of report, the shopping center runs its own lost & found, NJ TRANSIT handles bus losses separately, and community groups post sightings on Facebook and local forums. By the time you've called everywhere and checked every group, precious time has passed.
ReportLost simplifies this. File one report with us and we take it from there, alerting the Westfield Police Department, local facilities, and community channels on your behalf. Better yet, your report doesn't just sit filing away, it stays active and keeps searching for a match across new postings and facility updates throughout your search period period. You can focus on your day while we work to reunite you with what you've lost.
Common places people lose things in Westfield
Knowing where to focus can help, but we'll alert all the right places for you.
Garden State Plaza
The regional shopping center is a high-traffic hub where items are frequently left behind in stores, food courts, and parking areas.
Downtown Westfield
Local shops, restaurants, and the train station area see regular foot traffic, and lost items often end up at nearby businesses or police.
Westfield Transit Hub & Bus Routes
Items left on buses or at bus stops are common; NJ TRANSIT maintains a separate lost and found system for these.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Westfield's parks and recreational facilities are popular gathering spots where personal items sometimes go missing.
Community help in Westfield
Local groups and forums often help recover lost items. We'll post your report to reach these channels.
Local Facebook community page where residents share lost and found posts
New Jersey subreddit where people post regional lost and found alerts
Local news platform that covers lost and found pets and items in Westfield
Specialized database for lost cats and dogs in the Westfield area
Frequently asked questions
How long does Westfield Police hold lost items?
The Westfield Police Department typically holds unclaimed items for a set period before disposal. We recommend filing a report right away so your item is documented and you can claim it as soon as it arrives.
What should I do if I lost something on an NJ TRANSIT bus?
Report it to NJ TRANSIT's Lost & Found system at lostandfound.njtransit.com or call 973-275-5555 with your route number and the date. Have this information ready. We'll ensure NJ TRANSIT is notified on your behalf.
How can I claim my item at Garden State Plaza?
Call the Lost & Found office at 201-843-3691 (located behind Zara's) to confirm they have your item, then visit during mall hours to claim it with ID. We'll make sure they have your contact information.
How often does ReportLost check for matches?
Your report stays active for your entire search period and continuously checks new found item posts, community listings, and facility updates. You'll get an alert as soon as a credible match is found, so you don't have to monitor pages yourself every day.
Is ReportLost an official Westfield service?
No, ReportLost.org is an independent service that partners with official channels like the Westfield Police Department, NJ TRANSIT, and community groups. We handle the legwork of notifying them and keeping your report active in the search process. We don't replace police reports, but we ensure the right people know about your loss.
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Here is where to report it.
Filing your report takes just a few minutes. Once it's submitted, we get to work routing it to the Westfield Police Department, local businesses, transit systems, and community channels. Your report will keep searching for matches throughout your search period, so you can move forward with peace of mind.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Westfield Police Department, Town of Westfield, NJ TRANSIT, Garden State Plaza, or any other local entity. We work on your behalf to alert these official channels and community resources, but we do not replace direct police reports or official lost and found procedures. All information about contact details, hours, and procedures is current to the best of our knowledge but may change. Always verify directly with local services for the most up-to-date information.