Lost something in Lake Grove? Report it and we'll connect you with the right people.
One report connects you to the Suffolk County Police Department, Village of Lake Grove, and active local lost and found networks. Your report stays active, keeping your item searchable as new matches emerge.
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 it works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter for recovery.
We route it to the right channels
Your loss goes straight to the Suffolk County Police Department property section, the Village of Lake Grove, and local lost pet networks if needed. No back-and-forth on your end.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and cross-referenced with new found items, social media posts, and local announcements. You get alerted the moment a credible match surfaces, so you don't have to check every group and listing yourself.
Where and how to report in Lake Grove
The official channels, and what ReportLost handles for you
Suffolk County Police Department
The Suffolk County Police oversees Lake Grove. For lost property, contact the Property Section directly. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and help format your report with the details they need.
Police non-emergency: 631-852-COPS|Property Section: 631-852-6465
Village of Lake Grove
The Village office can help coordinate local lost and found efforts and connect you with community resources. We generate the exact information to include so your report gets routed to the right desk.
Lost and found pets
If you've lost a dog or cat, connect with Long Island rescue groups, Hope For Cleo Animal Rescue, and the active Facebook pet recovery community. Local shelters monitor sightings daily. file a priority lost pet report to reach these networks faster.
Social and community networks
Long Island lost and found groups on Facebook and Reddit are staffed by neighbors who spot found items within hours. We point you to the active groups and help frame your post for visibility.
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
Don't let time work against you
The sooner you file, the sooner your item enters the recovery network. Once you've reported it with us, you can step back knowing the search is active and ongoing.
Report my lost item →Lake Grove residents juggle multiple channels when something goes missing: the police non-emergency line, the village office, Facebook groups for Long Island, and local animal rescue networks if it's a pet. Each has its own process, timeline, and gaps. A wallet found on Hawkins Avenue might sit in a precinct property room while you're posting on Reddit. A lost dog could be listed on three different shelters while neighbors post in five separate Facebook groups.
ReportLost bridges that fragmentation. File once, and we route your report to the Suffolk County Police Department's property section, the Village of Lake Grove, and the active lost and found communities monitoring Long Island. Better still, your report doesn't close after a week or a month. It stays live in our system, automatically cross-checking new found items and alerts so you can move forward knowing the search continues without you having to refresh pages every day.
Common places to lose items in Lake Grove
High-traffic zones where lost items are found and reported
Hawkins Avenue and Village Center
The main commercial and civic hub, home to Village Hall and local shops. Wallets, keys, and bags often surface here.
Lakeside neighborhood and parks
Residential streets and green spaces near Lake Grove Park where lost pets are frequently spotted and reported by neighbors.
Route 347 corridor
Major thoroughfare with shopping centers and transit stops. A common area for items lost from vehicles or during shopping trips.
Residential streets
Tree-lined neighborhoods where found items are picked up by residents and posted in local Facebook groups for reunification.
Active lost and found communities
Where Lake Grove residents post found items and help reunite neighbors with their belongings
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost and found cats across Long Island
Reddit community covering Long Island news, events, and lost and found posts
Neighborhood and village Facebook pages where residents post sightings and found items
Hope For Cleo Animal Rescue and other shelters monitoring daily lost pet posts
Questions about lost items in Lake Grove
What should I do immediately after losing something in Lake Grove?
Report the loss to the Suffolk County Police non-emergency line at 631-852-COPS if it was lost at a business or public place. For lost pets, contact local rescues and post in Long Island Facebook groups right away. Then file a report with us so we can begin routing and monitoring on your behalf.
How long does the Suffolk County Police hold lost property?
Check with the Property Section at 631-852-6465 for their current holding period and claim procedures. Requirements vary by item type. ReportLost keeps your report active for 12 months, which extends your search well beyond most standard holding windows.
Where can I pick up found items in Lake Grove?
Items found in public or commercial spaces typically go to the Suffolk County Police Property Section. The Village office at 980 Hawkins Avenue may also hold items found on village property. We help clarify which facility has your item once it's been located.
Are lost pet posts on Long Island Facebook groups monitored by shelters?
Yes, active rescue groups and shelters regularly check these groups. However, posting in five different places and checking them all takes time. Our priority lost pet report reaches multiple rescue networks simultaneously and keeps alerting you to new sightings for the duration of your search.
What if I lost my wallet or keys at a local shop on Route 347?
Call the business directly first. If they don't have it, ask the village office or police non-emergency line where lost and found items for that area typically go. We generate the exact info needed and keep checking with the right places so a forgotten follow-up doesn't cost you the item.
Is ReportLost.org an official service or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost.org is an independent service, not part of the Suffolk County Police Department or Village of Lake Grove. We complement official channels by consolidating your report, routing it to the right agencies, and maintaining active search monitoring beyond what you can do yourself. For emergencies, always call 911. For lost property, the police non-emergency line is your starting point. We make sure nothing falls through the cracks after that.
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Every hour counts when an item goes missing, but so does knowing your report is working for you around the clock. The sooner you file, the sooner our team routes your loss to the right places and gets it searching.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Suffolk County Police Department, the Village of Lake Grove, or any government agency. We coordinate with official channels on your behalf, but we do not replace police reports or official procedures. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency police matters, contact the Suffolk County Police Department directly at 631-852-COPS.