Lost something in Eggertsville? Here is who to contact.
One report and we route it to the Amherst Police Department, local lost and found offices, Buffalo Niagara airport if relevant, and active Western New York social channels. Your report stays active, so you can focus on your day while we keep searching for a match.
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
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We ask a few quick questions to build the right description and identify the relevant local authorities for your situation.
We route it to the right places
We contact the correct police precinct, alert the relevant lost and found offices, and post to active Western New York community channels. No more guessing which desk to call.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and we monitor new posts, marketplace listings, and found announcements across the region. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check Facebook groups and community boards every day.
Where to Report Lost Items in Eggertsville
ReportLost coordinates with all these channels so you don't have to.
Amherst Police Department
The primary police authority serving Eggertsville. Lost items can be reported at their main office, and they also maintain a central lost and found repository. We tell you which precinct covers your location and can draft the report details for you.
University at Buffalo Police Lost and Found
If you lost your item on the University at Buffalo campus, this is your direct channel. They maintain a dedicated lost and found system and can track items for an extended period.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport
Traveling through Buffalo's main airport? Items left in terminals, security, parking lots, or shuttle buses have their own dedicated lost and found system. We can direct you to the exact department for where you lost it.
Lost Pet
Lost a cat or dog in Eggertsville? The Clarence Animal Shelter and Western New York animal rescue networks are your first contacts. Time is critical with lost pets, and dedicated pet alert networks activate quickly. File a priority lost pet report with us to ensure it reaches local shelters, rescue groups, and active pet rescue social channels immediately.
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The first hour matters.
Reporting early gives your lost item the best chance of being found and returned. Once you've filed your report with us, you've done the hard part. We notify all the right channels and keep your report active for months while you go about your life.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, phone, ring, or beloved pet in Eggertsville can feel like it's vanished. But here's the thing: it's almost always still in Western New York. The problem is that lost items scatter across different systems. The police precinct has one database, the university has another, the airport keeps its own, and meanwhile your friends are posting on three different Facebook groups hoping someone will see it.
ReportLost bridges those gaps. Instead of calling each office separately, filling out separate forms, and then checking social media every day for months, you make one report and we handle the routing. We notify the Amherst Police Department, local lost and found offices, and the right community channels all at once. Best part: your report doesn't stop searching after the first week. It stays active for your entire search period, automatically cross-referencing new found posts and announcements so you can move forward with your day knowing the search is still happening.
Common places items go missing in Eggertsville
Wherever you lost it, there's a local office or community group we can notify.
Capen Boulevard & Parkside Area
Busy commercial and residential district where wallets, keys, and phones are frequently left in shops and parking areas.
University at Buffalo Campus
Large campus with high foot traffic, libraries, dining halls, and residence areas. Many lost items turn up in university lost and found.
Main Street & Shopping Districts
Retail and restaurant areas where personal items are often accidentally left behind or dropped.
Residential Neighborhoods
Tree-lined streets where lost pets and items left during moving or yard work are reported regularly.
Amherst Town Parks
Open spaces and recreational areas where jewelry, glasses, and pet incidents occur seasonally.
Western New York Community Networks
Your lost item is likely being discussed here. We post to these channels so the right people see it.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost cats across Western New York
Active community group for missing and found animals in the Eggertsville and surrounding areas
Large regional network with daily posts and high visibility for lost pet alerts
Reddit community for Buffalo and Western New York lost and found discussions
Local neighborhood group where found items are often posted
Block-by-block social network where neighbors report found items and lost pets
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Amherst Police Department hold lost items?
The Amherst Police Department typically holds lost and found items for an extended period, though specific hold times can vary. We recommend calling (716) 689-1311 to confirm their current retention policy for your type of item.
What if I lost something at Buffalo Niagara Airport?
Contact the airport's lost and found office at (716) 630-6000. Different areas of the airport (security, terminals, parking, shuttle buses) route to different departments. We'll help you identify exactly where to report based on where you lost it.
I lost my item on the UB campus. What's the fastest way to find it?
Call University Police's non-emergency line at (716) 645-2227 right away. They maintain a dedicated lost and found system for campus items. We can also post about your loss to campus and community networks to increase visibility.
How quickly do lost pets show up in local animal shelters?
Pets can arrive at local shelters within hours or days of being found. The Clarence Animal Shelter and Western New York rescue groups move quickly, but it's important to report immediately and check shelters in person, as descriptions can sometimes be incomplete. We notify shelters and active pet rescue groups the same day you report.
What does ReportLost do that calling the police or posting on Facebook myself doesn't?
You get one coordinated report instead of making separate calls to multiple offices. We notify all relevant local authorities and post to active Western New York community channels at once. Most importantly, your report stays active and keeps searching for you for 12 months. You don't have to manually check groups every day or re-post your item. We automatically compare new found announcements and marketplace listings against your description, and alert you when a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost official, or does it replace the police report?
ReportLost is an independent service created to streamline the reporting process. We work alongside the police and local lost and found offices, not instead of them. For items of significant value, insurance claims, or theft concerns, we always recommend filing a police report directly. Our role is to coordinate notifications across multiple channels and maintain an active search on your behalf while official channels do their work.
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Ready to start your search?
The sooner you report, the better the chances. Once your report is filed, the coordination begins immediately and your search stays active for months. You've done your part. Let us handle the rest.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Amherst Police Department, University at Buffalo Police, Buffalo Niagara International Airport, the Town of Amherst, or any other local authority cited on this page. We coordinate with these offices to route your report, but we do not represent them. Always verify current contact information and policies directly with the relevant office. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency police matters in Amherst, contact (716) 689-1311.