Lost something in the Bronx? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
Submit one report and we'll notify the NYPD precinct serving your location, file it with the MTA Lost and Found (if transit), alert NYC Parks, and scan the web continuously for matches across local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and community channels so you don't have to check every day.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Bronx – updated this September 3, 2026
- 📍 Backpack lost in Bronx, NY, July 23.
- 📍 Golden retriever dog lost near Sutherland Park, September 2.
- 📍 Android phone lost near Bronx Documentary Center, August 30.
How ReportLost works in the Bronx
You describe your loss
Tell us what went missing, where, and when. We gather the details needed to route your report to the right Bronx NYPD precinct, MTA depot, or other local agencies.
We alert the right places
Your report reaches the precinct that covers your neighborhood, the relevant transit lost and found offices, parks departments, and gets pushed to active Bronx community channels where locals post finds.
We monitor the web for you
While you move on with your day, our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor posts, local marketplaces, and community pages for 6 to 12 months, matching descriptions and locations. You get an alert the moment we spot something that looks like yours.
Where and how to report in the Bronx
Below are the main channels where lost items are handled. ReportLost coordinates these for you, but here's what each does.
NYPD Precincts
The NYPD holds lost property reported to the precinct covering your loss location. You can visit your local precinct or call the Non-Emergency Line (311) to report. ReportLost identifies which precinct serves your neighborhood and ensures your report reaches the right one.
MTA Lost and Found (Buses & Subway)
Items left on Bronx buses or the subway go to the nearest depot or the central Lost and Found office. Call 511 to check if your item arrived, or schedule an appointment. We pull together the description and details needed so your report reaches the depot serving your trip route.
Taxi & Rideshare
Lost something in a yellow cab or rideshare? Call 311 and file a lost property report with the TLC (Taxi and Limousine Commission), or contact the rideshare app directly. Items are typically held for 30 days before disposal.
NYC Parks
Items found in Bronx parks are logged locally. Contact NYC Parks or your neighborhood precinct. Our system flags reports involving park locations and ensures parks services are in the loop.
Lost Pets
Missing dog or cat? Contact NYC ACC (Animal Care and Control), check local shelters, and post in Bronx pet recovery groups on Facebook. We can help you file a priority lost pet report that targets pet shelters and rescues faster.
Airport Lost and Found
Traveling through JFK, LaGuardia, or Newark? Each terminal and airline has its own lost and found. Contact your airline, TSA, or the airport directly. Items are typically held for 30 to 90 days.
JFK Terminal 4 Lost and Found|TSA Lost and Found|Westchester County Airport
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Ready to report and stop the daily searching?
The sooner you file, the sooner we start monitoring. Once your report is in, you can relax, knowing our system is scanning the web for matches while you focus on other things.
Report my lost item →Losing something in the Bronx means bouncing between the NYPD precinct in your neighborhood, the MTA's transit lost and found, multiple Facebook groups, and hoping someone posts what they found before the item gets thrown away or sold. The NYPD asks you to contact your local precinct, the MTA wants you to call 511, and Park Enforcement handles parks separately, but there's no single place that talks to all of them at once. You're left checking sites manually, day after day.
ReportLost bridges that gap. File one report with us, and we route it to the NYPD precinct serving your area, notify the MTA, alert NYC Parks, and launch an automated watch that scans Bronx Facebook groups, community boards, and local social channels every week for months. You don't refresh the same pages hoping for news, don't make duplicate calls, and don't worry that you missed a post. We find it and tell you.
Common places where items go missing in the Bronx
Familiar neighborhoods and transit hubs where lost and found claims are most common.
Grand Concourse & Mott Haven
The neighborhood around Grand Concourse and East 149th Street sees frequent reports from shops, trains, and the street itself. The NYPD 40th Precinct covers most of this area.
Fordham & University Heights
Near Fordham Road and the Fordham University campus, items go missing on buses and local storefronts. The 52nd Precinct handles this zone.
Pelham Parkway & Tremont
High foot traffic around the Concourse Plaza and local shops means regular lost and found activity. The 49th Precinct covers Tremont and Fordham.
Riverdale & Van Cortlandt
Quieter northern neighborhoods with parks and residential areas. Items lost here go to the 50th Precinct and NYC Parks.
MTA Bus Depots & Subway Stations
Items left on buses or the 2, 4, 5, and D subway lines are routed to the nearest MTA depot. Call 511 to check or schedule a pickup.
Bronx community channels where found items are posted
Local Facebook groups and Reddit communities actively share lost and found alerts. ReportLost monitors these for you.
Active Facebook group for missing and found pets across the Bronx
Covers pets in the Bronx and Manhattan with regular posts
Community group on Facebook for general lost and found discussions
Subreddit where locals post found items and ask for help locating lost property
Neighborhood app where residents share lost and found alerts in their blocks
Common questions about lost items in the Bronx
How long does the NYPD hold lost property?
The NYPD typically holds lost and found items for up to 90 days. After that, unclaimed property may be disposed of or auctioned. Contact your local precinct or call 311 to check on an item sooner.
What if I lost something on the MTA (bus or subway)?
Call 511 to ask if your item is at the bus depot or transit lost and found office. You may schedule an appointment to pick it up. Bus depots hold items for 30 days; the central office holds them longer.
Which NYPD precinct covers my neighborhood?
The Bronx has 12 precincts. Your address determines which one serves you. ReportLost identifies the correct precinct for your loss location so your report goes to the right desk.
How do I file a lost property report if I'm out of state?
Call 311 (212-636-9675 from outside NYC) or visit portal.311.nyc.gov. You can also use ReportLost to file and we route it to the correct precinct and agencies on your behalf.
Can I check the Bronx precinct's lost and found without visiting in person?
Yes. Call your local precinct directly (look up the number by precinct), describe your item, and ask if it's been turned in. The NYPD Criminal Records Unit also handles property inquiries by phone at (718) 610-8457, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works with official channels, not as a replacement for them. We file reports with the NYPD, MTA, and other agencies, and monitor the web for matches. You always have the option to report directly to these services yourself, but ReportLost saves you the time of coordinating across multiple systems and watching for updates.
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Report your loss and let us take it from here.
Fill out your report now, and our system starts working immediately. We'll notify the right Bronx agencies, post alerts to local channels, and keep watch for your item across the web for months. All you do is submit once.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the NYPD, NYC Department of Health, MTA, NYC Parks, NYC311, or any city or state agency. We do not replace official lost and found channels; we coordinate with them and monitor public platforms on your behalf. Always verify information with the official source and follow up directly with agencies for time-sensitive claims.