Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in South Hill? Here is where to report it.
File one report and we route it to the Ithaca Police Department, local transit, Ithaca College if needed, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously 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)
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 South Hill
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter and prepare everything needed to file with the right local authority.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Ithaca Police precinct covering your area, TCAT bus lost and found if applicable, Ithaca College security, and relevant community groups and social channels.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically checks new found posts, marketplace listings, and community alerts against your description, so you don't have to refresh feeds every day.
Where things get lost in South Hill
These are the places and channels you'd normally have to contact one by one. We do it for you.
Ithaca Police Department
The Ithaca Police handles lost and found property reports for South Hill. They maintain records and can help recover items turned in by the public. We identify which precinct covers your exact loss location and file on your behalf.
Non-emergency line: 607-272-3245|Ithaca Police official site
TCAT (Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit)
Lost something on a bus? TCAT buses serving South Hill route all found items to the main office. We tell you exactly how to describe your item and ensure the report is logged in their system.
Ithaca College Security & Lost Property
Items lost or found near campus, in dorms, or on college grounds go through Ithaca College Public Safety. Their lost property office holds found items and coordinates with campus lost and found. We connect your report directly to their system.
Ithaca College Lost Property: 607-274-1808|College Lost & Found form
Ithaca Tompkins International Airport
If you lost a bag, phone, or wallet at the airport, it may be in terminal lost and found or with your airline. We provide the details you need to file with airport operations or TSA if your loss occurred at security.
Airport Lost & Found: 607-257-0456|Airport Lost & Found portal
Lost & Found Pets
A missing cat or dog needs immediate action. SPCA Ithaca and Tompkins County lost pet groups are your fastest networks, and time matters. We file your pet's description with shelters, rescue organizations, and community alert pages so locals know to watch for them. File a priority lost pet report
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Every hour counts, but you're not alone
The sooner you file your loss, the sooner it spreads across South Hill's network. Once you've reported through ReportLost, the heavy lifting is done, and your report is out there searching continuously.
Report my lost item →Losing something in South Hill is frustrating, but finding it shouldn't mean calling half a dozen places or checking Facebook groups every morning. Whether it's a ring lost near Ithaca College, a wallet left on a TCAT bus, or a pet missing from South Hill Elementary, the right person needs to know, and they need to know fast. The problem is that lost and found responsibility is split across the Ithaca Police Department, transit, campus security, animal rescue groups, and community posts, with no single place watching all of them at once.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One report does the work of contacting every relevant channel in South Hill, from filing with the police to alerting SPCA Ithaca and posting to local Tompkins County lost pet groups. And here's the key difference: once you file, your report doesn't sit idle. It stays active for your chosen timeframe, automatically matching new found items, community sightings, and posts against your description. You can breathe easier knowing the search is ongoing, even while you sleep.
Common places where things go missing
South Hill loses include campus, transit corridors, local shops, and neighborhood streets. Wherever you lost it, file with us.
Ithaca College & Campus Grounds
Wallets, phones, and rings disappear in dorms, the library, and around athletic facilities. Campus lost and found handles hundreds of items annually.
South Hill Elementary & School Zones
Backpacks, eyeglasses, and personal items are commonly found near the school and picked up by staff. Quick reporting helps reunite kids with belongings.
Downtown Ithaca (Cayuga Street & Commons)
The nearby downtown shops, restaurants, and pedestrian areas are where lost purses and rings surface. Local businesses often hold items briefly.
TCAT Bus Routes & Transit Stops
Bus seats, overhead bins, and sidewalk waiting areas are transit loss hotspots. TCAT consolidates found bus items daily.
Cayuga Lake & Waterfront Parks
Seasonal recreation near the lake accounts for lost sunglasses, phones, and personal belongings. Parks departments and nearby shops often collect items.
Community channels where found items appear
Residents post sightings and recovered items on local social media. Your report reaches these groups so members can help.
Active group for lost and found pet sightings in the South Hill and Ithaca area
Ithaca community forum where locals post lost and found threads
Neighborhood alert network for lost items and pet sightings
General community group for personal property recovery
Questions about losing and recovering items in South Hill
How long does the Ithaca Police Department hold lost property?
Contact the non-emergency line at 607-272-3245 to ask about their current hold period for items turned in to your area precinct. We provide that number and help you query the system right after filing.
What if I lost something on a TCAT bus? How soon should I call?
Call TCAT lost and found at 607-277-7433 immediately, ideally within 24 hours, as items are held for a limited time before disposal. We file your description when you use ReportLost, and the team has your details on file.
Where do I pick up a lost item once it's found?
It depends on where you lost it. Police precinct items are claimed at the precinct or police HQ, TCAT items at the main office (115 Third Street, Ithaca), Ithaca College items through the college lost and found office, and airport items at airport operations. We confirm the exact location and pickup process when you file.
My dog is missing near South Hill. What's the fastest way to alert people?
File a lost pet report immediately with us, which alerts SPCA Ithaca (607-257-1822), Tompkins County Lost and Found Pets Facebook group, and Nextdoor. We also generate the details you need to post yourself on social media. Time is critical for pets.
Can I cancel my report if I find my item before 6 months?
Yes, absolutely. Once you report your loss, let us know and we deactivate your report. You only pay once, and if you're reunited with your property early, you're done.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace filing with the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the police department, TCAT, or any other local agency. However, we file your report with them on your behalf and keep it active across channels simultaneously. We complement official channels, not replace them, and every report filed through us gets submitted to the right authorities.
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Ready to find your lost item?
Start your report now and let our team handle routing it to the Ithaca Police, TCAT, Ithaca College, animal rescue, and community networks. Your report stays active and searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Ithaca Police Department, TCAT, Ithaca College, Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, SPCA Ithaca, or any other city or local agency. We file reports on your behalf and maintain an active search record; official agencies retain their own records and procedures. Always contact local authorities directly for emergencies or urgent matters.