Lost your wallet, phone, or keys in Dover? We'll route your report to the right people.
One quick report to ReportLost, and we notify the Dover Police Department, city services, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching against new found items so you don't have to check back constantly.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Dover
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We ask just the details that matter: item type, description, location in Dover, and how to reach you.
We route it to the right channels
Your report gets sent to the Dover Police Department, City Hall, local businesses and landmarks, and posted to community networks. We handle all the phone calls and forms so you don't have to.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report continues to match against new lost and found posts, marketplace listings, and community announcements across Dover. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, with no action needed from you.
Where Lost Items Go in Dover
Know the official channels and local spots where found items typically end up.
Dover Police Department
The police keep records of lost items reported directly to them and items turned in by the public. Call their non-emergency line to file a report or ask whether anything matching your description has been found.
City of Dover Municipal Center
City Hall keeps track of items found in public spaces, parks, and municipal buildings around Dover. Staff can direct you to the right department and search their records. We make sure City Hall knows about your loss.
Lost Pets in Dover
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Dover or Tuscarawas County, local animal networks and community groups are active and committed to reuniting lost pets with their families. Post a description and photo right away, call local shelters to file a report, and check PawBoost regularly for matches. For the fastest and most comprehensive search, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost so we can alert every relevant network at once.
Downtown Businesses & Local Shops
Many lost wallets, purses, phones, and personal items are found by staff at downtown Dover shops, restaurants, banks, and offices and turned over to management. Calling ahead to ask if anyone has reported a lost item matching yours can sometimes result in quick recovery. We generate a clear description for you to use in those calls.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances.
Filing your report early gives you the best odds of recovery. Once your report is active with ReportLost, our team takes it from there, reaching out to the Dover Police Department and local lost and found offices while your report searches for matches in the background.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Dover can feel frustrating: your wallet disappears at a restaurant downtown, your phone goes missing after a visit to the local park, or your keys vanish between your car and a store on Main Street. What makes it harder is that found items scatter across different places, police records, neighborhood Facebook groups, and online platforms. You'd normally have to call the police non-emergency line, check City Hall, post in multiple groups yourself, and refresh those posts every few days hoping someone replies. It's exhausting, and items often sit unclaimed because people don't know they exist.
ReportLost simplifies the entire process. You file one report with us, and our team immediately notifies the Dover Police Department at their non-emergency number, alerts City Hall, contacts the relevant lost and found offices, and posts your description to active local community channels. The difference that matters most: your report doesn't stop working after you file it. It remains active for 12 months, automatically cross-checking new found announcements and posts so you can focus on your day instead of hunting for your lost item yourself.
Where People Commonly Lose Items in Dover
These neighborhoods and locations see frequent foot traffic and lost item reports.
Downtown Dover
The heart of the city, with shops, restaurants, and offices where wallets and phones are frequently misplaced or left behind.
Public Parks & Recreation Areas
Local parks attract visitors where items like keys, rings, and personal belongings are commonly lost during outdoor activities.
Main Street Corridor
One of Dover's busiest shopping and service areas, where lost purses and small items are regularly turned in to nearby businesses.
Residential Neighborhoods
Dover's residential areas have active community connections through local networks where found items are often reported and shared.
Lost & Found Community Networks in Dover
Active local groups where lost and found posts are shared almost daily.
Facebook group for lost and found animals across the region, including Dover
Community group focused on reuniting pets with families in Dover and the greater county area
Dover neighborhood groups and Nextdoor where residents post found items and help neighbors locate lost belongings
Questions About Lost & Found in Dover
How long does the Dover Police Department hold lost items?
The Dover Police Department typically holds found items for a set period. Call their non-emergency line at (330) 364-5533 to ask about their holding policy and whether anything matching your description has been turned in.
Do I have to call the police in person, or can I report by phone?
You can start by calling the Dover Police non-emergency line at (330) 364-5533. For a more complete report or if you need to retrieve something, you may be asked to visit the station at 110 East Third Street, Dover, OH 44622. ReportLost handles this coordination for you.
What if I lost something at a local business downtown?
Call the business directly if you remember which shop or restaurant. Many Dover businesses keep lost items behind the counter for a few days. ReportLost also alerts local business networks and city services so that your loss gets circulated to the right places.
How do I search for my lost pet in Dover?
Post on PawBoost (free), call local animal services, and join active Facebook groups like 'FOUND, LOST, OR STOLEN PETS in Tuscarawas County.' ReportLost can post to all these channels automatically and keep your pet's information active during the entire search period.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of the Dover Police Department or city government. However, we work directly with official Dover services, the police non-emergency line, and City Hall to make sure your report reaches them. We then keep your report active and searching for 12 months, which city services alone typically cannot do.
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Ready to find your lost item?
The first step is simple: file your report. Tell us what you lost and where, and we'll take it from there, routing your information to the Dover Police Department, City Hall, and local community networks. Your report keeps searching for a match for your entire search period.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Dover Police Department, City of Dover, Ohio, or any other government agency or business mentioned on this page. We work with these organizations to help route lost item reports, but we do not represent them. For emergencies, always call 911. For non-emergencies in Dover, contact the police directly at (330) 364-5533.