Lost something on campus or around Binghamton? Get it back with one report.
File a single report and we'll notify University Police, connect you with the right campus and city services, post to local recovery channels, and keep your report actively searching for matches across the campus community.
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
New York : the holding period scales with the item's value: the more it is worth, the longer the police must keep it. A finder must deposit an item worth $20 or more at a police station within 10 days. (New York Personal Property Law §§252-253)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You describe what you lost
Tell us where and when you lost your item, what it looks like, and how to reach you. We gather all the details needed for a strong recovery case.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to University Police Lost and Found, the appropriate campus offices, Broome County Transit if applicable, and active local social channels where lost items are shared.
Your report keeps searching
Once filed, your report stays active and continues matching against new found item posts, community alerts, and marketplace listings across the campus and local area throughout your entire search period. No daily checking required.
Where to report a lost item
Campus, transit, airport, and community resources
Binghamton University Police
University Police maintains the primary lost and found for all on-campus losses, including items left in residence halls, dining facilities, libraries, and student centers. They process reports and store recovered items according to campus policy. We connect your report directly to their system and notify them of your loss immediately.
Call Lost & Found (Non-Emergency)|Email University Police|Visit University Police online
Broome County Transit (Bus Lost & Found)
If you lost an item on a Broome County Transit bus or OCCT shuttle on or near campus, contact transit administration directly. Items found on buses are collected and held. We help you identify the right transit line and ensure your report reaches their lost and found coordinator.
Call Broome County Transit|BC Transit Junction office|Visit transit info
Broome County Regional Airport
Items left in the airport terminal or security area are held by airport security. Contact the airport directly to report or claim a loss. We provide the exact contact information and details needed for a strong airport claim.
Lost or Missing Pet
If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing, contact animal control and local shelters immediately. Broome County has active lost pet networks and community groups dedicated to reuniting families with their animals. Time is critical with missing pets, and multiple channels must be notified at once. File a priority lost pet report.
Broome County Lost & Found Pets Facebook|Lost a Dog? Broome County resources
City of Binghamton Police & Hall
For losses in downtown Binghamton or city areas outside campus, the City Police Department maintains records and can help coordinate recovery. City Hall also handles property-related inquiries. We help you file with the appropriate city precinct and ensure your report reaches the right desk.
City Police Department|Call Binghamton Police non-emergency|City of Binghamton contact info
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Report your loss now
The sooner your report is filed and circulated to all relevant services, the better your chances of recovery. Once submitted, your report immediately begins working across multiple channels while you can focus on other things. Start with confidence.
Report my lost item →Losing something at Binghamton University or around Vestal can feel overwhelming. Between the sprawling campus, university housing, student centers, libraries, and the surrounding community, items disappear into separate lost and found systems with no single place to start. University Police handles on-campus losses, Broome County Transit covers bus items, the airport has its own process, and community groups scatter across Facebook and Reddit. Most students and visitors end up making the same phone calls and posts repeatedly, watching for results that may never come.
ReportLost simplifies the entire process. One report, filed once, reaches University Police, the campus community, transit services, and local recovery networks all at once. Your report doesn't sit dormant after initial filing. Instead, it stays active and continues to cross-check new found item reports, community posts, and local alerts for matches throughout your search period, so you can stop refreshing pages and trust that the recovery effort is ongoing.
Common places where items go missing
Campus, transit, airport, and around town
Glenn G. Bartle Library & Academic Buildings
Backpacks, wallets, phones, and keys frequently left at study tables, computer labs, and hallways. University Police checks building lost and found bins regularly.
Residence Halls & Student Housing
Items misplaced in dorm rooms, lounges, and common areas. RAs and building staff coordinate with University Police for recovery.
Dining Facilities & Student Centers
Wallets, glasses, and personal items left on tables or turned in at service desks. High turnover means quick action improves recovery odds.
Downtown Binghamton & Transit Hubs
Lost items near the Exchange Street corridor, the Transit Center, and local restaurants. City Police and Broome County Transit handle community losses.
Broome County Regional Airport
Security checkpoint items, terminal losses, and baggage areas. Airport Security Office maintains dedicated lost and found.
Community recovery channels
Where Binghamton residents post and search for lost items
Campus subreddit with active lost & found discussions
City subreddit used for community lost item posts
Facebook group dedicated to missing and found animals
Multiple local groups share lost item alerts and recovered findings
Frequently asked questions
How long does University Police hold lost items?
University Police follows a detailed retention policy for lost and found property. Items are typically held for a set period before disposal. Contact them at 607-777-2393 to ask about the specific holding period and to place a claim quickly.
What happens to items left on Broome County Transit buses?
Each night after service ends, buses are checked and items are collected. Found items are delivered to University Police Lost and Found or held at the BC Transit office. Call 607-763-4464 as soon as you realize your loss.
Can I claim a lost item at the airport without visiting in person?
Yes. Contact the Airport Security Office at 607-763-4906 to describe your item and arrange delivery or confirm whether it's been found before making a trip.
Where should I report a lost pet on or near campus?
Call University Police immediately at 607-777-2393, then contact Broome County animal control and local shelters. Post to the Broome County NY Pets - Lost & Found Facebook group. Time is critical with missing pets.
Do I have to visit University Police in person to file a lost item report?
No. You can call 607-777-2393 or email police@binghamton.edu to file a report. You can also provide detailed information online through ReportLost, which routes your report to them and keeps it active in case matching found items emerge later.
Is ReportLost.org an official university or police service?
No. ReportLost is an independent recovery service not affiliated with Binghamton University, City Police, or any government agency. We work alongside these official channels to route your report and keep it actively searching. We are separate from but complementary to the official lost and found systems.
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Ready to find what you lost?
The sooner your report is filed, routed, and actively searching, the sooner your lost item can be reunited with you. File your report now and let the campus and local recovery network go to work for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Binghamton University, University Police, the City of Binghamton, Broome County Transit, Broome County Regional Airport, or any government agency. We route reports to these official channels based on loss location and type, but all recovery efforts depend on the policies and procedures of those organizations. This guide reflects publicly available information current at the time of writing.