Lost and Found in Gordon Heights, NY
Report lost items to the Suffolk County Police Department or file a free public listing. Contact local authorities directly, or use ReportLost's search options to expand your search beyond official channels.
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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)
No report has been filed in Gordon Heights yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to Report a Lost Item
Report to local authorities
Contact the Suffolk County Police Department at 631-852-6000 or email SCPDINFO@suffolkcountyny.gov. They handle lost property reports for the area. If you lost an item on public transit, call the MTA Lost & Found at 511.
Post a free public listing
Create a free report on ReportLost.org to reach local searchers. Your listing will be public and searchable, with no active search from our team.
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Choose Automatic Search (web-wide search for 6 months, $12) or Team-Assisted Search (manual search, direct outreach to local services, 12 months, $25). Both include a QR-linked email address and monitoring of potential matches.
Where to Report and What to Do
Local services and next steps
Suffolk County Police Department
Report lost or found property directly to the county police. Call 631-852-6000 or email SCPDINFO@suffolkcountyny.gov. Describe your item and where you lost it. You can also report to the Town Clerk's Office at 631-451-8696 (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.) for local assistance.
Public Transit and Airport
If you lost an item on a bus or subway, call the MTA Lost & Found at 511. Items found on a bus should be reported to the bus operator. For items at LaGuardia or JFK airports, contact the TSA at (866) 289-9673 or submit a lost-and-found form on the airport website.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a pet, call Suffolk Veterinary Group at (631) 696-2400 to report it or check shelters in the area. The Suffolk County Lost and Found Pets Facebook group is active in the area for sightings and reunions. File a lost pet report
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Create a report →Gordon Heights is part of the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County. Lost property reports are handled by the Suffolk County Police Department, the primary authority for the area. You can file a report directly with them or post a free listing on ReportLost to make your search more visible.
If you lost an item on public transit or at an airport, contact the specific service directly. ReportLost's paid search options complement official channels by conducting web-wide searches and reaching local lost-and-found networks.
Key locations in Gordon Heights
Common areas to check and notify
Gordon Avenue corridor
Main thoroughfare through Gordon Heights, including shops and community facilities.
Local parks and playgrounds
Parks and recreational areas where items are often found or reported.
Community resources
Reach neighbors and local networks
Facebook group for lost pets in Suffolk County
Reddit community for Long Island residents
Local neighborhood app
Frequently asked questions
How long do police keep lost items?
Check with the Suffolk County Police Department directly at <strong>631-852-6000</strong> for their retention policy. Generally, items are held for a period of time before being disposed of or donated, so reporting promptly is important.
What should I include in a lost property report?
Provide a detailed description of the item (color, size, distinctive marks), where you lost it, the date, and your contact information. A photo is helpful if available.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform offering free and paid search services. It does not replace the police or official lost-and-found channels. You should always report to local authorities first. We complement official efforts by conducting web searches and connecting with community networks.
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Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Suffolk County Police Department, Town of Brookhaven, MTA, or any local authority. We do not guarantee recovery of lost items. Always report to local police and official channels first.