Lost something in Kingston? Here is who holds found property.
One report and we route it to the Kingston Police Department, City Hall, local transit, and active community channels across the Hudson Valley. Your report stays active, so you can stop reposting and let us work.
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 ReportLost works in Kingston
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate the exact details needed for each local authority and social channel.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Kingston Police, City Hall, Dutchess Transit if it's on a bus, and the right Facebook and Reddit communities so the right people know to look.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your report stays active and matches new found posts, marketplace listings, and community posts. You get an alert as soon as we spot a credible match, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to report a lost item in Kingston
The official channels and what ReportLost does at each one
Kingston Police Department
The Police Station at One Garraghan Drive is the primary place to report lost property in Kingston. They maintain a lost and found log and can tell you which precinct or station holds items. We file the report with the right department and give you the exact information to include.
City Hall
City Hall at 420 Broadway handles general inquiries and lost property coordination across city departments. They can redirect you to the right desk depending on where you lost your item. We make sure your report reaches the right contact.
Dutchess Transit Lost and Found
If you left something on a Dutchess Transit fixed route bus in Kingston, contact their Customer Service line Monday through Friday. They hold items for a set period before disposal. We confirm whether your loss was on transit and provide the right claim details.
Ulster County SPCA (Lost Pets)
If you've lost a pet, the Ulster County SPCA at 20 Wiedy Road is the first call. They shelter found animals, post alerts, and coordinate with local rescues. If your pet is lost, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to activate our pet-specific alert network.
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Getting ahead matters, but so does coverage
The sooner you report a loss, the higher the chance it's still where you left it or someone has already found and posted about it. Once your report is filed, though, you've done the hard part. Our team handles the routing and the ongoing search so you can focus on your day.
Report my lost item →Kingston spans the waterfront and residential neighborhoods, from Broadway to the Rondout, and losing something means contacting the Police Department, checking the transit lost and found, posting on Hudson Valley Facebook groups, and hoping someone posts a match before you give up. It's fragmented, time consuming, and most people stop looking after a week.
ReportLost cuts through that. One form, and we notify the Kingston Police, City Hall, Dutchess Transit, and the active Hudson Valley lost and found communities on your behalf. Then your report keeps searching automatically, matching new found posts and community alerts with your description for months, so you can move on knowing the search is still happening.
Kingston neighborhoods and frequent loss locations
Common places where Kingston residents report losses
Downtown Broadway
The heart of Kingston's retail and dining, where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently left in shops, restaurants, and cafés.
Rondout Waterfront
A popular destination for parks, walks, and evening activities. Items are often left on benches, near the water, or in nearby establishments.
Hudson Street
A main residential and commercial corridor where locals pass through daily. Lost items here are often spotted by neighbors and posted in community groups.
Kingston Transit Buses
Dutchess Transit fixed route buses are a regular loss point. Items are often turned in within 24 hours if reported quickly.
City Parks and Recreation
Local parks and public spaces see their share of lost keys, sunglasses, and personal items, especially during warmer months.
Kingston and Hudson Valley lost and found communities
Active groups where found items are shared daily
A regional Facebook group dedicated to reuniting Kingston and Hudson Valley residents with their lost belongings
The main Facebook hub for missing and found pets across the region, including Kingston
Kingston's Reddit community, where lost items and pet posts regularly appear
Posts of found animals and lost pet alerts specific to Kingston and Ulster County
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Kingston
How long does the Kingston Police hold lost items?
The Police Department holds lost property for a limited period before it may be discarded or donated. Items are logged, so calling (845) 331-1671 as soon as possible after a loss increases the chance of recovery. ReportLost files your report immediately so the search doesn't rely on memory.
How long does Dutchess Transit keep lost items from buses?
Transit systems typically hold items for 30 to 90 days depending on what they are. Call Customer Service at (845) 473-8424 Monday through Friday to check if your item is in their depot. ReportLost will make sure this check happens for you.
What if I lost my pet in Kingston?
Call the Ulster County SPCA immediately at (845) 331-5377, visit their shelter at 20 Wiedy Road, and post in the Lost Pets of The Hudson Valley Facebook group. Also file a lost pet report with ReportLost to activate our ongoing matching system for pet alerts across the region.
Which Facebook groups should I post my lost item in?
The Hudson Valley, NY Lost & Found group and r/kingstonnewyork are the most active. ReportLost posts your item to the right communities on your behalf so you don't have to manage multiple posts.
How does ReportLost know where to report my loss?
You tell us the location and type of item lost. We match that to the right authority, the nearest police desk, transit system if applicable, and the most active local social channels, then route your report accordingly.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service; we are not part of the Kingston Police or any government agency. We do not replace filing a police report, but we simplify the process by filing on your behalf with the right departments, posting to community channels, and keeping your report active for months so you don't have to. Think of us as the coordination layer that makes sure every channel knows about your loss and keeps looking.
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Start your search today
The sooner your report reaches Kingston Police, City Hall, Dutchess Transit, and the Hudson Valley lost and found communities, the sooner eyes are looking. Once filed, your report stays active for up to a year, matching new found posts and alerts automatically. No need to repost or keep checking, just file and let us handle the rest.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Kingston Police Department, City of Kingston, Dutchess Transit, Ulster County SPCA, or any government or municipal agency. We coordinate reporting on your behalf and maintain an active search; we do not operate lost and found facilities ourselves. For official police reports, contact the Kingston Police directly at (845) 331-1671 or visit https://kingston-ny.gov/police.