Lost something in South Valley? Here are the offices that take your report.
File once and we handle the rest. Your report reaches Bernalillo County Sheriff, ABQ RIDE transit, local businesses, and active community channels. Then our system scans the web continuously, monitoring Albuquerque area lost & found groups, social networks, and marketplaces to spot matches while you move forward.
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 ReportLost Works
You describe what you lost
Tell us what went missing, where, and when. We capture every detail that matters for recovery.
We route it to the right authorities and channels
Your report goes straight to Bernalillo County Sheriff, the right police precinct, transit services if applicable, and gets shared across local community networks.
Our system monitors constantly
We search the entire web automatically, including Facebook groups, Reddit, Nextdoor, and local marketplaces. When a credible match appears, you'll get an alert. No need to check manually every day.
Where and How to Report in South Valley
Direct contacts for each service, plus what ReportLost does to save you time
Bernalillo County Sheriff
Lost property reported to the County Sheriff's office. We confirm the right jurisdiction for your location and ensure your report reaches the appropriate desk.
Albuquerque Police Department
If your loss occurred in areas served by APD or city limits, file a police report online or by phone. We generate the precise incident details you'll need and follow up on your behalf.
ABQ RIDE Transit Lost & Found
Left something on a bus? ABQ RIDE holds items for 30 days. Call their lost and found line to check availability. We coordinate reporting if your item matches an online post.
Albuquerque International Sunport
Lost at the airport or on a plane? TSA checkpoints, airline counters, and terminal offices each manage items differently. We ensure your report reaches the right department.
Lost or Found Pets
A missing dog or cat requires immediate action across shelters, rescue groups, and community networks. Bernalillo County Animal Care Services and Animal Humane New Mexico coordinate recoveries. file a priority lost pet report to alert shelters and local pet pages simultaneously.
Bernalillo County Animal Care Services|Animal Humane New Mexico
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Start Your Report Today
The sooner you file, the sooner our system begins searching on your behalf. Most lost items surface within the first few weeks, but we keep monitoring for months to maximize recovery odds.
Report my lost item →South Valley sits in the heart of the Albuquerque metro area, where items go missing across home neighborhoods, local transit, the airport, and community spaces. When something disappears, the challenge isn't finding the right place to report it—it's keeping track of where officials are looking and monitoring all the channels where someone might post what they found.
ReportLost simplifies that burden. One report triggers outreach to law enforcement, transit authorities, and business locations, then our automated surveillance scans dozens of online spaces daily. You file the initial report and move on; we keep watch while you handle the rest of your day.
Common Loss Locations in South Valley
Areas where our users often report losses
Atrisco Drive Corridor
Major commercial and residential hub where losses occur in shops, parking lots, and along the busy street.
South Valley Neighborhoods
Residential areas where home-related items go missing or are found by neighbors.
ABQ RIDE Bus Routes
Transit losses reported along regional bus lines connecting South Valley to greater Albuquerque.
Albuquerque International Sunport
Items left at gates, baggage claim, parking, or security checkpoints during travel.
Local Parks & Recreation Areas
Community spaces where personal items are mislaid during outdoor activities.
Community Networks That Help
Where lost and found posts pop up in the Albuquerque area
Facebook group for missing and found animals
Community pet recovery network on Facebook
Reddit community where locals post found items and lost pet alerts
Neighborhood app covering your immediate area for lost & found posts
Where found items sometimes surface before owners think to look
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does ABQ RIDE hold lost items?
ABQ RIDE typically holds items for 30 days. Call their Lost & Found line at (505) 243-RIDE (7433) between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily to check availability. ReportLost notifies them on your behalf and monitors for matches online.
What if I lost something at the airport?
Items left in the airport terminal go to the Airport Manager's office. TSA checkpoint losses are handled by the Transportation Security Administration. Airlines manage items left on planes. We route your report to each and alert you if your item appears on their posted lists or in local social channels.
Where do I report a lost pet in South Valley?
Contact Bernalillo County Animal Care Services at (505) 468-PETS (7387) and Animal Humane New Mexico immediately. Check local shelters in person or online daily for the first week. Use our dedicated pet report to broadcast across Facebook, Nextdoor, and community pages simultaneously while authorities search.
How does ReportLost's automated monitoring work?
Our system scans public social media groups, Nextdoor, Facebook Marketplace, Reddit, and community bulletin boards in the Albuquerque area every few hours. We cross-match descriptions, dates, and locations to spot credible matches. When we find one, you get an alert immediately, so you don't have to refresh websites constantly.
Does ReportLost replace calling police or other agencies?
Our first report goes to law enforcement on your behalf. For items on transit or at specific locations (airport, business), we also notify those services. You maintain direct contact if needed, but we handle the initial routing and then monitor web channels that police and businesses don't constantly watch.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
ReportLost is an independent service that partners with and routes reports to official agencies (police, sheriff, transit, animal services) and monitors public channels on your behalf. We are not affiliated with law enforcement, but we work in coordination with them to improve recovery odds.
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Ready to Report?
Fill out your report now and we'll immediately forward it to the right authorities and community channels. Then relax—our system will keep searching the web while you focus on what's next.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service. We are not affiliated with Bernalillo County Sheriff, Albuquerque Police Department, ABQ RIDE, Albuquerque International Sunport, Bernalillo County Animal Care Services, Animal Humane New Mexico, or any government agency. We route reports to these services and monitor public online channels to assist in recovery. Direct contact with official agencies remains your responsibility and is always encouraged.