Lost something in Cambridge? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report sends your details to the Cambridge Police Department, local animal control, transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, keeping your item in the search.
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 ReportLost works in Cambridge
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details that matter: description, location, date, and how to reach you.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Cambridge Police Department, Guernsey County services, local animal control if it's a pet, and community groups where locals post found items.
Your report keeps searching for a match
While you go about your life, your active report continues to match against new found item posts, lost and found boards, and community alerts. We notify you the moment a credible match appears.
Where to report a lost item in Cambridge
Official channels and what each one handles
Cambridge Police Department
The first stop for lost property in the city. The police department maintains a lost and found and can record your report officially. We tell you which dispatch line to use and what information they'll need.
City of Cambridge – Office of the Mayor
For questions about city services, lost items found in public spaces, or guidance on which department handles your specific loss, the city offices can point you in the right direction. We help you draft the right inquiry and know which office to contact.
Call (740) 439-5491|Visit City Hall at 1131 Steubenville Ave
Trailways Bus Station (Southgate Parkway)
If you lost an item on a regional bus or at the station, Trailways maintains a lost and found. Items are typically held for a limited time. We generate the exact details to include when you call, and we know the typical holding period.
Lost Pet? Report it immediately
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Cambridge or Guernsey County, time is critical. Contact animal control and post to local pet recovery groups right away. We make it easy to file a priority lost pet report that reaches shelters, rescues, and pet owners across the county.
Cambridge Municipal Airport
Lost something at the airport or on a connecting flight? The airport's administrative office can direct you to the right airline or lost and found office. For items left in terminals, contact the airport directly.
Email cdiairport@gmail.com|Call (740) 432-3726|9732 Brick Church Road
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Ready to start your search?
The sooner your loss is reported and routed to the right channels, the sooner it can be found. Once your report is filed, our team handles the legwork while you focus on your day.
Report my lost item →In Cambridge, losing a wallet, ring, phone, or cherished item can feel isolating, especially when the police, the local animal shelter, the transit station, and Facebook groups are all separate places to check. Most people end up calling each one themselves, waiting on hold, and then checking back daily hoping someone has posted about finding their item.
ReportLost simplifies this. You file once with us, and we route your loss to the Cambridge Police Department, animal control, and the community channels where people in Guernsey County actually post found items. Then your report stays active in our search engine for months, automatically matching against new posts and alerts, so you don't have to refresh the same pages every day.
Common places where people lose items in Cambridge
These neighborhoods and landmarks are where most losses happen, and where found items often show up in community posts
Downtown Cambridge & Main Street
Busy shopping and dining district where wallets, phones, and jewelry frequently go missing in stores, restaurants, and on the street.
Southgate Parkway
Home to the Trailways station, local businesses, and transit hubs where items are left on buses or at stops.
Guernsey County Fairgrounds & Recreation Areas
Event venues and parks where items are lost during gatherings and outdoor activities.
Cambridge Municipal Airport
Airport terminals and parking areas where travelers frequently leave bags, wallets, and personal items.
Residential Neighborhoods
Items lost during moves, yard sales, or while out walking often surface on neighborhood Facebook groups and Nextdoor.
Community groups where lost items get posted
Cambridge residents actively share found items in these networks. Your ReportLost report reaches these channels automatically.
Facebook group for lost and found animals in the Cambridge area
Neighborhood and Guernsey County pages where locals post found wallets, jewelry, and personal items
Neighborhood app where found items are frequently reported by residents
Reddit communities where travelers and locals post about lost and found items
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Cambridge
How long does the police department hold lost and found items?
The Cambridge Police Department typically holds items for 30 to 90 days before disposal. This is why filing a report promptly, and having your report active during this window, matters greatly. When you use ReportLost, we ensure your loss is documented and routed right away, and your report stays searchable for the full holding period.
What if I lost something on the Trailways bus or at the station?
Call Trailways Lost and Found at (800) 858-8555. Most bus items are held for about 7 to 14 days. Describe your item clearly and mention the route and date. ReportLost can help you prepare this information and also keeps your report active in community channels in case someone else found it and posted online.
I lost a pet. Who do I call first?
Call the Guernsey County Animal Shelter immediately at (740) 432-2219. Also post to Facebook groups like 'Guernsey County Lost and Found Pets' and 'Guernsey County lost dogs that need to get home'. Time is critical for pets. ReportLost has a dedicated lost pet report that reaches all of these places at once, plus keeps your pet's information active in searches for months.
I lost something at Cambridge Municipal Airport. What's the process?
Contact the airport directly at (740) 432-3726 or email cdiairport@gmail.com. For items left on an aircraft, contact the airline directly. The airport keeps lost and found items during operating hours (Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). A ReportLost report ensures your loss is also posted to community channels, in case someone finds your item outside the airport and shares it online.
How do I know if my item is at the police department's lost and found?
Call the Cambridge Police Department at (740) 439-4431 during office hours (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and describe your item. Provide the date and location where you lost it. Our role is to make sure your report reaches them immediately and stays active in search systems, so you're not left wondering.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that partners with local police departments and community channels to route your report efficiently. We are not an official city or police service, but we work alongside official channels. Filing a report with us does not replace calling the police directly; instead, we ensure your report reaches them and stays searchable across community networks for an extended period. You get the official channels plus the automated community search.
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File your report now
The longer you wait, the more time passes before your item can be matched against found items and alerts. Starting your report today means your loss is immediately routed to the Cambridge Police, animal control, and community channels, and stays active in our search for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Cambridge Police Department, the City of Cambridge, Guernsey County Sheriff's Office, the Guernsey County Animal Shelter, Trailways, Cambridge Municipal Airport, or any other city or county agency. We help you report your loss and route it to the appropriate official channels and community networks, but we are not an official government service. Always contact local police and relevant authorities directly for official lost and found inquiries.