Lost something in Brooklyn? Here is where to report it.
One report reaches the Brooklyn Police Department, relevant lost and found offices, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, so you can focus on what matters.
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 report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to help reunite you with your item.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to Brooklyn Police, local lost and found offices, and shared across community networks so the right people know what to look for.
Your report keeps searching for you
For the duration of your search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items, posts, and local listings. You get an alert if a match appears, so you don't have to check back every day.
Where things go missing in Brooklyn
And where to report them
Brooklyn Police Department
Report lost items to the police precinct in the area where you lost your wallet, keys, or other belongings. We identify which location covers your loss and prepare the exact information you'll need.
Brooklyn City Hall
City offices maintain lost and found records for items turned in at municipal locations and public spaces. We point you to the right desk and can follow up on your behalf.
Cleveland Hopkins Airport
If you lost an item at the airport or on a flight, the airport's lost and found office is your first point of contact. For items lost on an aircraft, contact your airline directly.
Lost pet? Act fast.
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing, contact Brooklyn Animal Care and Control immediately and reach out to local rescue networks. Time matters with pets, and the sooner the word spreads, the better. file a priority lost pet report
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Ready to report?
The sooner you file your report, the sooner your item can be matched and located. Once your report is submitted, our team handles the outreach and your report keeps searching for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Brooklyn hits differently when you don't know where to start. Police, city offices, local shops, online groups, animal shelters, and neighborhood networks all operate separately, and piecing together where your wallet, ring, or cat might be takes hours of calls and posts. That's where ReportLost steps in: a single report that reaches all the right channels at once, and keeps working for you month after month.
The real advantage isn't just the first alert to police and city offices, it's what happens next. Your report stays active for 12 months, continuously cross-checking new found items and community posts against your description. You won't have to refresh Facebook groups or scan Nextdoor every morning, because we're watching for matches on your behalf. The moment someone reports finding your item, you'll know.
Common places where things go missing
We help with losses across all Brooklyn neighborhoods
Old Brooklyn
A vibrant residential neighborhood where items are lost at home, in parks, and along busy shopping corridors.
Downtown Brooklyn
Central business and community district where wallets, phones, and accessories go missing at shops, offices, and transit stops.
Memphis Avenue Corridor
The main commercial spine of the city, home to local businesses where lost items are frequently turned in.
Residential neighborhoods
Throughout Brooklyn, lost rings, keys, and pet items are reported by neighbors and community members.
Community is key
Local groups and networks in Brooklyn help reunite people with lost items
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their families in the Old Brooklyn area
Official Facebook page for local animal control updates, lost and found pet alerts
Regional Facebook community focused on reuniting lost dogs with owners across Ohio
Reddit community where locals post found items and lost pet alerts
Neighborhood social network where Brooklyn residents share lost and found notices
Questions about reporting a loss in Brooklyn
How long does the Brooklyn Police Department keep lost items?
Police typically hold found items for 30 to 90 days depending on the nature of the item. Call the Brooklyn Police Department at 216-749-1234 to check if your item has been turned in. Our report keeps searching beyond that window, so even if police don't have it, we're still looking.
What if I lost my item at a local business or restaurant?
Contact the business directly first. If they don't have it, file a report with us and we'll work with local police to help locate it through community networks and lost and found channels.
How do I report a lost pet in Brooklyn?
Call Brooklyn Animal Care and Control at 216-635-4291 right away. Also post on local Facebook groups like Old Brooklyn Help the Pets Home and Lost & Found Dogs Ohio. Filing a priority report with us ensures your pet is tracked actively across local networks for months.
Can I file a report if I lost something at Cleveland Hopkins Airport?
Yes. Contact the airport's Lost & Found office at 216-265-0777 (open Sun-Thurs 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri & Sat 7 a.m.–2 p.m.), and file a report with us so it stays active and gets shared with other channels.
What information do I need to provide when reporting?
Describe the item in detail (color, brand, distinctive marks), the exact location you lost it, the date and time, and any serial numbers or identifying information. The more detail, the better the match. We help you gather this and route it to the right places.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of any government agency. We don't replace the police, we work alongside them. When you report with us, we notify the Brooklyn Police Department and other relevant local offices on your behalf, and keep your report active for months so you're not checking back constantly. You're always welcome to contact police directly as well.
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Your item is out there. Let's find it.
Don't let your lost wallet, ring, pet, or other item fade into the background. File a report today and know that your search is active for months to come. Once you submit, our team takes it from there.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Brooklyn Police Department, Brooklyn City Hall, Cleveland Hopkins Airport, Brooklyn Animal Care and Control, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We help coordinate your report across these channels and maintain active search matching, but we do not operate these facilities or services. For official matters, always contact the relevant department directly.