Misplaced something in Rome? Get it back with our help.
Submit one report and we connect you with the Rome Police Department, Centro bus lost & found, Griffiss International Airport if needed, and scan local Facebook groups plus community channels continuously. Our automated monitoring keeps watching for matches across the web so you don't have to.
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 it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details needed to alert the right agencies and channels in Rome.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Rome Police, Centro transit (if bus-related), local animal control (for pets), and gets posted to active community networks across social media and local boards.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
Our system searches Facebook groups, community posts, and public listings every day for 12 months, flagging anything that matches your item's description, location, and timeline. You get an alert the moment we find a credible lead, so you're never hunting alone.
Where to report in Rome
Each agency handles its own lost property. We help you file with all of them at once.
Rome Police Department
The primary hub for lost property reports in Rome. File a report in person at their station on North James Street, or call them directly to describe your lost item and get a case number. We provide the exact details they need and confirm your report is logged.
Rome PD Main Line|Police Records Division (copies)|Visit romepd.com
Centro Bus Lost & Found
If you lost something on a Centro bus in the Rome area, their Customer Service team maintains a lost items database. Call them right away with your route, stop, and description. We identify which bus line your loss likely involved and point you to the exact department to contact.
Griffiss International Airport
Lost something at the airport or on an arriving flight? Griffiss International, based right in Rome, has a dedicated lost and found office. Call them to report items left at terminals or claim areas. We help you describe exactly where you were when you noticed the loss.
Rome City Hall & City Clerk
For items lost in city buildings, parks, or public spaces, the City Clerk and city offices can direct you to the appropriate department. Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We prepare the right contact and context so your inquiry reaches the right desk immediately.
City Hall Main|City Clerk & Vital Statistics|Visit City of Rome website
Lost Pets
If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing in Rome or the surrounding area, contact Animal Control immediately and alert the community through local pet networks. Our team ensures your pet's details reach all relevant shelters and adoption networks. For a faster response and continuous monitoring tailored to missing pets, file a priority lost pet report.
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Why wait?
The sooner you file, the sooner our automated monitoring begins scanning for your item across the entire community web. Every day counts—not because time erases hope, but because early reporting ensures you catch any matches the moment they surface.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Rome—whether on a Centro bus, at Griffiss Airport, downtown, or in a neighborhood—means navigating separate lost and found offices, police records, and scattered social media posts. Every agency operates independently, and if your item ends up posted on Facebook or listed in a community group, you'd have to check those channels obsessively yourself every single day to spot it.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report reaches the Rome Police Department, Centro bus lost & found, relevant local services, and gets amplified through community channels. Then our continuous automated monitoring takes over, scanning the entire public web—marketplace listings, local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, community boards—for posts about found items matching yours. You don't refresh Facebook daily; we do that for you and alert you the moment something surfaces.
Common places to lose things in Rome
Knowing where you lost something helps us search more effectively.
Downtown Rome & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and foot traffic along the central commercial district where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently misplaced.
Griffiss International Airport
Airport terminals, parking areas, and arrival/departure zones where travel-related items are commonly left behind.
Centro Bus Stops & Routes
Buses, waiting areas, and transit hubs where commuters often leave behind personal items during boarding and travel.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Local parks and outdoor spaces where items fall out of pockets or are left on benches during leisure time.
Rome Schools & Community Centers
Schools, educational facilities, and public meeting spaces where lost items accumulate in offices and lost & found bins.
Community networks watching for your item
We post to active local groups and monitor them daily so local residents can help.
Facebook group for missing and found animals in the Rome area
Active community Facebook page dedicated to reuniting lost pets with families
Broader county-level Facebook group covering Rome and neighboring communities
Neighborhood app where local residents post found items and alerts
Various Rome and Oneida County groups where neighbors share found property posts
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rome Police keep lost items?
Rome Police Department holds found property according to New York state regulations, typically 30 to 90 days depending on the item type. The longer your report is on file, the better your chances of matching a found item. Contact their Records Division at (315) 339-7709 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM) to inquire about a specific item.
What if I lost something on a Centro bus?
Call Centro Bus Lost & Found at (315) 442-3400 right away with your route number, approximate time, and a description. Items are held for a limited window before disposal. Centro's customer service is available Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–5:30 PM. Let us know the bus and time, and we'll help you contact the right dispatcher.
Can I report a loss at Griffiss Airport?
Yes. If you lost an item at Griffiss International Airport (which serves Rome, NY), call (315) 736-4171 immediately and provide details about where you were (gate, baggage claim, terminal area, etc.). The airport Lost & Found keeps items on file. We help you prepare the specific location and time for a faster search.
How does ReportLost find my item if no one reports it to police?
Our automated monitoring searches public Facebook posts, community marketplace listings, Nextdoor posts, and local lost & found pages continuously for 12 months. If someone finds your item and posts "found: [description]" in a local group or marketplace, our system flags it and alerts you immediately. You don't have to manually check every group every day—we do that for you.
What information should I gather before reporting?
Write down: what you lost (brand, color, distinctive marks), the exact location (street, bus route, store name, airport area), the date and approximate time, and any serial numbers or identifying details. If you have a photo, include it. This helps police, transit staff, and our automated search narrow down the right matches faster.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with Rome Police or any city agency. We don't replace police reports—we complement them. You file the official report with Rome Police (and we help you do that), and we handle the ongoing monitoring and community outreach automatically, so nothing falls through the cracks.
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Filing a report takes just a few minutes, and once it's submitted, we take over the searching. Your information goes directly to Rome Police and relevant local services, and our monitoring starts immediately. Peace of mind begins now.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost & found reporting and monitoring service. We are not affiliated with the Rome Police Department, Centro, Griffiss International Airport, the City of Rome, or any other government or transit agency mentioned on this page. We help you file reports with these agencies and monitor public channels for matches; we do not hold, process, or store lost property ourselves. Always file an official report with the appropriate local authority for your loss.