Lost something in Fairport? Report it and we'll get the word out.
One report and we notify the Fairport Police Department, Village Hall, local Animal Control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match new found items with 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.
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
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- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Fairport
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed for the right Fairport agencies and social channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Fairport Police Department, Village Hall, Perinton Animal Control (if it's a pet), and gets shared across local community groups.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you go about your day, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items and posts for 12 months. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every group yourself.
Where lost items end up in Fairport
And how to report through each channel
Fairport Police Department
The police non-emergency line handles lost property reports and may connect you to items turned in at the station. We generate the exact information to include and make sure your report is filed correctly.
Village Hall
Fairport Village Hall may receive lost items or have information about where items are being held. We can tell you which department to contact and what details they'll need.
Lost Pet? Contact Animal Control
If your cat, dog, or other pet has gone missing, Perinton Animal Control (which serves Fairport) is your first stop. They maintain a database of found animals and can issue alerts to local rescues and shelters. For a faster, more thorough search effort, file a priority lost pet report.
Community & Social Groups
Fairport's lost and found happen on Facebook: the 'Fairport NY' community group and 'Fairport NY Lost and Found Pets' are where neighbors post sightings and finds. We make sure your report reaches these channels so the whole village is looking.
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The sooner you report, the sooner the search begins
Once your report is filed, you can step back and let ReportLost and Fairport's networks take it from there. Your item has a much better chance of being found when it's actively shared across all the right places, not just one or two.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Fairport throws you into a scattered search, posting across Facebook groups, checking with the police non-emergency line, calling local shops and the village office, waiting for callbacks that may never come. It's exhausting when the item could have ended up anywhere, and no single authority has a full picture. That's what makes ReportLost different: one report, sent the right way, to all the places that matter.
We make sure the Fairport Police Department, Village Hall, Perinton Animal Control, and active community channels all know what to look for. Better yet, your report doesn't stop searching when you do. It stays active and keeps cross-checking new found posts, marketplace listings, and local announcements for the entire duration you're looking, so you can breathe easy knowing the search is happening automatically.
Common places where items get lost in Fairport
Knowing where to search is half the battle
Downtown Fairport & South Main Street
Shops, cafes, and the historic canal corridor see plenty of foot traffic. Items left on benches, in parking areas, or in storefronts often end up at nearby police or vendor desks.
Fairport Canal & Towpath
A popular spot for walks and recreation. Lost phones, keys, and rings are frequently found along the waterfront or turned in to nearby residents and local businesses.
Village Parks & Recreation Areas
Community parks sometimes hold found items until they're claimed. Check with the village recreation department or leave word with Animal Control if a pet has gone missing here.
Local Shops & Restaurants
Many Fairport merchants keep lost items at their registers for 30 days. We'll help you contact the right businesses if you remember where you were when you lost your item.
Rochester International Airport (ROC)
If you lost something while traveling through ROC, the airport's Lost & Found office can search their records. TSA also maintains a separate lost items database for security checkpoint finds.
How Fairport neighbors help each other find lost things
Your report reaches the community channels where locals actively post finds
The main neighborhood group where lost items, pets, and general community posts are shared
Dedicated Facebook group for missing and found pets in the Fairport area
Local alerts and found items are often posted by neighbors who want to put your report in front of the right offices
Questions about losing and finding things in Fairport
How long does the Fairport Police Department hold lost items?
The Fairport Police typically hold lost property for a set period before disposal. Call (585) 223-1740 during business hours (M-F, 8am to 4pm) to ask about your specific item and how long it will be kept on file.
What if I lost something on a local bus?
Fairport is served by regional transit. If you lost an item on a bus, contact the specific transit authority's lost and found line. Check your transit receipt or ticket for the carrier name and their customer service number.
I lost my wallet at Rochester International Airport (ROC). Where do I start?
Call the airport's Lost & Found office at (585) 753-7001. If your item went through TSA security, the TSA Lost & Found helpline at 1-800-908-8110 can search their database. Have your flight date and gate information ready.
My cat went missing in Fairport. Should I contact the shelter?
Yes. Call Perinton Animal Control at (585) 223-5115 right away to file a report and ask them to check their incoming animals. Lollypop Farm (the Humane Society of Greater Rochester) and other local rescues also maintain lost pet databases. Filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost will amplify your search across all of these simultaneously.
How do I retrieve something I lost if it's been turned in to the police or village?
Contact the Fairport Police Department at (585) 223-1740 or visit the station at 31 South Main Street during business hours. Bring an ID and a description of your item. The village office at (585) 223-9500 can also point you to the right department if your item went elsewhere.
Is ReportLost official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels, not a replacement for them. We file reports with the Fairport Police Department, notify Village Hall, contact Animal Control, and share your information across verified community channels so your lost item gets maximum visibility. The police and local agencies still handle the actual physical search and custody of found items, while we make sure your report reaches everyone who needs to know about it.
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Ready to get your lost item back?
The longer an item is lost, the less likely it is to be reunited with you. File your report now so Fairport's police, village offices, and community networks all know what to look for. Once it's submitted, your report stays active and searching automatically.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Fairport Police Department, Village of Fairport, Perinton Town Hall, Perinton Animal Control, Lollypop Farm, or any other agency or business listed on this page. We work with these organizations to route your lost item report to the right places, but we do not speak on their behalf. Always verify current contact information and hours before visiting or calling. For emergencies, dial 911.