Lost something in Gallup? Report it and keep searching for months.
One report connects you to the Gallup Police Department, local animal control, Gallup Express transit, the municipal airport, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found posts against 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 Gallup
You report what you lost
Tell us the object, where and when you lost it in Gallup, and any details that matter. We handle the descriptions and routing so you don't have to call five different offices.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to Gallup Police, animal control if it's a pet, Gallup Express if you lost it on the bus, the airport if relevant, and local Facebook groups. One report, all channels covered.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report automatically checks new found posts and community listings. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you're not refreshing Facebook groups every day.
Where Lost Items Go in Gallup
A breakdown of each place you'd need to contact, and what ReportLost does to spare you the calls
Gallup Police Department
The police lost and found is a first stop for items turned in by community members or found on city streets. Non-emergency reporting is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. ReportLost files the report for you and lets you know which precinct covers your loss location.
Gallup Express Transit
Lost something on a Gallup Express bus? The transit system maintains a lost and found for items left on routes. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to noon and 1pm to 5pm. ReportLost generates the exact details to include and points you to the right desk.
Gallup Municipal Airport
If you lost a wallet, purse, phone, or other item at the airport or on a flight connection, the airport terminal has a lost and found office. Hours are 8am to 5pm, seven days a week. Contact the operations desk or the airport directly to file and track items.
Lost Pets in Gallup
Losing a cat or dog is urgent. The McKinley County Humane Society, Gallup Animal Control, and local pet rescue networks need to know immediately. ReportLost notifies all three and alerts pet-focused Facebook groups in the Gallup area so the search starts the moment you report. file a priority lost pet report
City Hall & Public Records
Gallup City Hall maintains records of lost and found inquiries and can connect you to the right department. If your item was turned in to a city facility or park, this office can search their logs. ReportLost ensures your report reaches the correct department contact.
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Seen something on a Gallup Facebook group?
Before you assume it's gone, file a report. Your description will automatically match against future found posts and community posts for months. Acting now, even if nothing's turned up yet, puts your item in active search mode across all the places that matter in Gallup.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, purse, ring, or pet in Gallup means contacting the police, checking the bus company, posting in multiple Facebook groups, and monitoring local community boards yourself. The pieces are scattered across different systems, and no single place knows what you've reported or keeps searching on your behalf.
ReportLost simplifies this. You file one report describing your lost item, and we immediately notify the Gallup Police Department, animal control, Gallup Express, McKinley County Humane Society, and community channels that matter. Then your report stays active, automatically matching new found listings and community posts against your description for months, so you can focus on your day while the search continues behind the scenes.
Common Places to Lose Things in Gallup
Where items are typically turned in or found
Downtown & Route 66 Corridor
Shops, restaurants, and galleries along the historic main street are common spots for lost wallets, rings, and personal items. Found items often end up at nearby shops or with the police.
Gallup Express Transit Hubs
Items lost on buses or at transit stops are held by Gallup Express. Report to transit lost and found within a few days for the best chance of recovery.
Gallup Municipal Airport
Phones, purses, and luggage left in terminals or at gates are held at the airport operations desk. Call within 48 hours to inquire.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Lost items found in Gallup parks are often turned in to Animal Control or city parks office. ReportLost ensures your report reaches these locations.
Local Retail & Restaurants
Merchants often hold lost wallets, phones, and glasses at the register. ReportLost can guide you on reaching multiple locations efficiently.
Community Lost & Found Groups
Where locals post found items and search for lost ones
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets in the Gallup area
Facebook community for lost and found pets and items in Gallup
Official city page where community announcements and lost item alerts are shared
Hyper-local community network where Gallup residents post found items and lost pet alerts
Questions About Losing & Finding Items in Gallup
How long does the Gallup Police lost and found hold items?
The police typically hold items for 30 to 90 days, depending on the nature of the item. Check with the police non-emergency line at (505) 863-9365 if you've filed a report. ReportLost keeps your description in active circulation even after the police holding period expires.
What if I left something on a Gallup Express bus?
Call Gallup Express at (505) 722-0777 immediately. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to noon and 1pm to 5pm. Have your bus route and time of travel ready. ReportLost can file a report that also alerts the transit system.
Where do I claim a lost pet if someone found my dog or cat?
Contact McKinley County Humane Society at (505) 863-2616, Gallup Animal Control at (505) 726-1453, or check local pet Facebook groups first. ReportLost alerts all three simultaneously and monitors pet-specific community posts for matches.
Who holds lost items found at Gallup Municipal Airport?
The airport operations desk maintains a lost and found for terminal areas. Call (505) 879-0639 during business hours (8am to 5pm, seven days a week) or after-hours at (505) 879-6222. ReportLost files your report with the airport directly.
Can I post my lost item in multiple Facebook groups at once?
Yes, but it's time-consuming to manage and re-post as new members join. ReportLost posts to local groups automatically and keeps your description active, alerting you when new found posts match your item description.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with Gallup Police or city government. We complement official reporting, not replace it. We file reports with the police and other agencies on your behalf, then keep your search active in the background for months. Always file a police report for stolen items; we help you do that and extend your reach beyond what the police alone can offer.
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Ready to search smarter?
File a report now and let ReportLost handle the notifications and the ongoing search. You'll know your item is actively being looked for across Gallup Police, transit, the airport, animal control, and community groups. No need to refresh Facebook or call five offices every day.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the City of Gallup, Gallup Police Department, Gallup Municipal Airport, Gallup Express, McKinley County Humane Society, or any other city or county agency. We file reports and distribute information to these entities on your behalf, but we do not operate their lost and found facilities or set their policies. Always file an official police report for stolen items. For official city services, contact the relevant agency directly.