Lost something in Scotchtown? Here is where to report it.
One report, routed to the Town of Wallkill Police Department, local transit, Middletown Animal Control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically searching for a match.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Scotchtown
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture every detail so the right people get the right information.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Town of Wallkill Police, Middletown City Hall, local transit, animal control if needed, and community groups all at once. No more calling around yourself.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically checks new found items, marketplace posts, and community posts against your description. You get an alert if a match shows up.
Where to report lost items in Scotchtown
Each channel handles different types of losses. ReportLost alerts them all in one go.
Town of Wallkill Police Department
The primary place to report lost property in Scotchtown. Police accept reports for wallets, rings, phones, keys, and other personal items. We tell you which precinct to contact and what details to include.
Middletown City Hall & City Clerk
If your item was lost in a municipal building or public space managed by Middletown, the City Clerk's office may have it or can help direct your report. We generate the exact information to give them.
Dutchess County Public Transit
Lost something on a local bus? Dutchess County transit holds items for a set period before disposal. Report with your bus route and time. We point you to the right depot.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a dog or cat in Scotchtown, time matters. Middletown Animal Control picks up stray pets, and local rescue groups stay connected. Report urgently to maximize search time and reach. file a priority lost pet report
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Ready to file your report?
The sooner you report, the sooner all the right places know what to look for. Your report then stays on the case while you move forward with your day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Scotchtown and the surrounding Middletown area can feel overwhelming. Your wallet might be at the police station, your pet could be with Animal Control, lost items on the bus go to a different office, and friends are sharing found posts across multiple Facebook groups. There's no single place to report, and no way to make sure everyone who should know actually does.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One report covers all the right channels in Scotchtown and Middletown, from the Town of Wallkill Police Department to local transit and animal services. And here's the relief: once you've filed, your report doesn't go dormant. It stays active, continuously cross-checking new found posts and listings against your description for months. You won't have to refresh community pages or call back every week to see if something's turned up. We do the watching, you get the peace of mind.
Common places where things go missing in Scotchtown
Losses in these neighborhoods and areas are reported most frequently.
Downtown Middletown
The heart of the area, with shops, municipal buildings, and foot traffic. Items often turn up at nearby stores or the police station.
Scotchtown Road & surroundings
Residential and commercial zones where locals lose keys, wallets, and sometimes pets. Local Facebook groups track found items here regularly.
Bus stops & transit areas
If you lost something on Dutchess County transit, the depot holds items for a limited time. Report early for the best chance of recovery.
Parks & public spaces
Local parks and open areas account for rings, glasses, and personal items left behind. City Hall can help direct municipal lost & found claims.
Community networks keeping an eye out
Scotchtown residents share found items and lost pet alerts across these channels. ReportLost notifies them all.
Facebook group with thousands of followers, primary source for missing dog and cat alerts in the Scotchtown and Middletown area
Facebook community where found items and lost property posts appear; ReportLost ensures your report reaches these groups
Hyperlocal social network where residents report lost and found items; your report can be cross-posted here
Questions about reporting lost items in Scotchtown
How long does the Wallkill Police Department hold lost property?
The Town of Wallkill Police Department accepts reports and holds property according to New York state law. Items are typically held for a period before transfer or donation. Contact them at (845) 692-6757 to ask about specific retention periods and claims.
What happens to items left on Dutchess County buses?
Dutchess County Public Transit holds lost items for a minimum period before disposal. You can call Customer Service at (845) 473-8424 (Monday–Friday, 7 AM–6 PM) to check if your item has been turned in, or file a claim through their website.
How long will my lost pet stay with Middletown Animal Control?
Stray dogs and cats brought to Middletown Animal Control are held for a legally mandated period. Reporting quickly to Animal Control and to local rescue groups and Facebook communities greatly improves the chance of reunification. Contact Animal Control immediately at the number on their website.
Does ReportLost work with the Wallkill Police Department and other local offices?
ReportLost is an independent service that prepares your report and notifies the right local channels—police, city offices, transit, and community groups—on your behalf. We don't replace them; we make sure they all know about your loss at once.
What does it mean that my report stays active for 12 months?
After you file with ReportLost, your report doesn't sit idle. For the entire period you choose, we continue to match your description against new found posts, marketplace listings, and community alerts. If a match appears, you're notified. You don't have to monitor pages yourself; we do it for you.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent, private service. We are not affiliated with the Wallkill Police Department, Middletown city government, or any other official agency. We exist to simplify the process of notifying multiple channels at once and to maintain active search continuity. For emergencies or items of critical importance, you can also contact police directly. ReportLost complements and speeds up that process, but does not replace it.
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Every moment counts when something goes missing. The sooner your report reaches the police, transit, animal control, and community groups, the sooner the right people are actively looking. Once filed, you can relax knowing your search is continuously active.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Town of Wallkill Police Department, Middletown City government, Dutchess County Public Transit, Middletown Animal Control, or any other official agency mentioned on this page. We do not replace official reporting channels; we notify them on your behalf and maintain ongoing search monitoring. All links provided are to official government and municipal resources for your reference.