Lost something in Aurora? Report it and keep searching automatically.
One report and we route it to the Aurora Police Department, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, matching your item against new posts and announcements across the area.
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
Ohio : police must make reasonable efforts to identify the owner, but retention periods are set locally rather than statewide. (Ohio Revised Code §2933.41)
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 file your report
Tell us what you lost, where and when. We gather the exact details needed by Aurora Police and local lost and found services.
We notify the right places
Your report goes straight to Aurora Police Department, City Hall, transit lost and found, and relevant community groups. No need to call around.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For 12 months, your report stays active and cross-checks new found items, posts, and marketplace listings. You get an alert if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check Facebook or local channels every day.
Where to Report in Aurora
Your item may be held at one of these locations. We notify them automatically, but here's where you can follow up directly.
Aurora Police Department
Aurora Police handles lost and found reports 24 hours a day. If you lose something downtown or at a local business, they're the first place items are often turned in. We tell you which department has jurisdiction and file your report with them so you don't have to repeat yourself.
Aurora City Hall
City services sometimes field lost items reported in public spaces and parks. We generate the right information to include in your report and point you to the right desk if you need to follow up.
Transit Lost and Found
If you lost your item on a PARTA bus in the Aurora area, the regional transit authority keeps a dedicated lost and found. Call their central line or stop by to check. We make sure your report reaches the right transit service.
Lost Pet
If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing, time matters. Aurora Police Animal Control logs lost pet reports and works with local shelters and community networks. We connect you immediately to the right services and boost your visibility across pet-specific channels. File a priority lost pet report.
Animal Control 330-562-8181|Portage County Animal Protective League
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Start Your Search Now
The sooner you report your lost item, the sooner it can be matched with what others have found. Once your report is filed and sent to the right places, the system takes over and searches on your behalf for months to come.
Report my lost item →Aurora residents know the frustration: your wallet disappears at a restaurant downtown, your keys go missing somewhere along Chillicothe Road, or your phone slips away during an errand. In the meantime, the lost and found at Aurora Police sits separate from community Facebook groups, which sit separate from transit services. No single place connects them all, and no single report searches everywhere at once.
ReportLost bridges that gap. File once, and we push your report to Aurora Police Department, local city services, and the community networks where found items get posted. Better still, your signaling stays live and continues matching your description against new announcements for months. Once you've reported it, you can focus on other things while the system searches for you.
Common Places to Lose Items in Aurora
If you remember where you last had it, we can help route your report to the right location.
Downtown Aurora & Chillicothe Road
Shopping, dining, and offices around the main commercial district. Wallets, keys, and phones are frequently turned in to nearby businesses and police.
Aurora Parks & Recreation Areas
Parks and community spaces where items get lost during outings. Check with Parks and Recreation or report to Police non-emergency.
Highways & Transit Routes
Items lost on PARTA buses or during transit stops. Transit lost and found holds items for a limited time before clearing.
Local Restaurants & Retail
Rings, bracelets, and bags left behind during meals and shopping. Many businesses hold items briefly; report to them and to Police to cast a wider net.
Lost and Found Community
Aurora residents connect over lost and found in local groups. We post your report to these channels automatically so neighbors can help.
Facebook group for pet reunions and found animal alerts
Community posts and shelter updates shared across social networks
Neighborhood groups where found items and lost posts are shared
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do Aurora Police hold lost items?
Aurora Police typically hold found items for a period of time before they may be disposed of or donated. When you file a report with us, we make sure it's documented in their system right away so they know to look for your item and hold it if it comes in.
What if my item was lost on a PARTA bus?
Call PARTA customer service at the number provided in the Transit card above with your route number and time of travel. We also route your report to the transit lost and found so they're actively watching for your description.
How long does my report stay active?
You choose 12 months when you file. For that entire period, your report continues to match against new found items and posts in Aurora and the surrounding area. If a credible match appears, you'll get an alert.
Do I have to call Police myself if I use ReportLost?
No. We file your report with Aurora Police Department and other relevant services automatically. You're welcome to follow up directly using their non-emergency number (330-562-8181), but the report is already in their system.
Can ReportLost help if my pet is missing?
Yes, we have a dedicated lost pet reporting flow. We immediately connect you to Aurora Police Animal Control, local shelters, and pet-specific community networks. We also boost your pet's visibility across PawBoost and other pet recovery channels.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace the Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels, not in place of them. We file reports with Aurora Police and relevant city services on your behalf, saving you time and making sure your loss is documented and shared across all the right places. Police and city services remain the official record-keepers; we're your shortcut to getting there faster and staying visible longer.
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The longer you wait, the more time other people have to find your item without knowing who lost it. File your report now and let our team route it to Aurora Police, city services, and community channels while your search stays active in the background.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found routing service and is not affiliated with the Aurora Police Department, City of Aurora, PARTA, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We work with these services by filing reports on your behalf, but we do not speak for them, represent them, or provide official lost and found services. Always verify contact information and hours directly with each service. Our role is to help you report faster and keep your report searchable longer.