Lost something in Hillsboro? Report it and let us handle the search.
File one report with ReportLost, and we'll notify the Hillsboro Police Department, City Hall, Highland Humane Society, and local community groups. Your report stays active, keeping searching for a match while you move on.
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 Hillsboro
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter to local police and community channels in Hillsboro.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Hillsboro Police Department, Highland Humane Society (if it's a pet), City Hall, and active local Facebook groups and community boards where Hillsboro residents share found items.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and automatically checks new posts, marketplace listings, and shelter updates for matches. You'll get an alert the moment something credible surfaces, so you don't have to refresh the web every day.
Where to report a loss in Hillsboro
Here's what you need to know about each local channel, and how ReportLost coordinates them all.
Hillsboro Police Department
The Hillsboro Police Department takes lost and found reports for items lost on city streets, in businesses, or at public events. You can file a report in person or by phone. We tell you which precinct handles your location and generate the exact details to include when you contact them.
City of Hillsboro
Hillsboro's city offices maintain a lost and found for items turned in at public buildings and city events. City Hall is located downtown on North High Street. We make sure your report reaches the right city contact and help you identify if your item may have been brought there.
Lost pets in Highland County
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Hillsboro, contact the Highland Humane Society right away. They house lost animals and work with local rescue groups. The Humane Society also shares lost pet alerts through their Facebook page and PawBoost. For the fastest help and ongoing monitoring, file a priority lost pet report with us.
Highland Humane Society|Highland County Lost & Found Pets (Facebook)
Community groups and social media
Hillsboro residents actively share found items and lost pet alerts on Facebook groups and community boards. We post your report to these channels so locals can help spot your item. You don't have to manually search or post yourself, we handle the distribution.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Items lost in Hillsboro are claimed quickly, especially during busy shopping or community events. Filing a report right away means more eyes on the case and a faster match if your item surfaces at the police station, a store, or in a community post. Once your report is in, you can breathe easier, the search continues in the background.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, phone, ring, or beloved pet in Hillsboro can feel scattered. Between the police department on West Walnut, the city offices downtown, social media groups, and animal shelters, you're juggling multiple places to call and websites to monitor. It's easy to miss a lead because you can't track everything at once.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. One report reaches all the right channels in Hillsboro, and your report continues working for you automatically for months. Once you've filed, the burden shifts to us, and you can focus on your day while the search stays live.
Common places where items are lost in Hillsboro
We route your report to the neighborhoods and locations where you lost your item.
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices along the central corridor where wallets, phones, and bags frequently go missing.
Highland County Courthouse Square
Public spaces and municipal buildings where items are often turned in to staff or left behind on benches.
Local parks and recreation areas
Green spaces around Hillsboro where rings, glasses, and personal items are lost during outdoor activities.
Residential neighborhoods
Homes and streets throughout Hillsboro where pets stray and personal items are found by neighbors.
Where Hillsboro residents post found items
Your report reaches the communities most likely to help.
Facebook group for lost and found animals in the area
Local Hillsboro neighborhood and community pages
National lost pet database with Hillsboro coverage
Questions about reporting a loss in Hillsboro
How long will the Hillsboro Police Department hold lost items?
The police department typically holds items for 30 to 90 days before disposal, depending on the item type and department policy. Contact them at (937) 393-3411 to ask about a specific item. ReportLost keeps your report active much longer, so you have ongoing coverage while police storage windows narrow.
What if I lost my item at a local business or store in Hillsboro?
Many Hillsboro shops and restaurants keep their own lost and found. Describe your item and the business when you file a report with ReportLost, and we'll help you identify which locations to contact. We also notify community channels so business owners and staff may see your report.
Can I report a lost pet through ReportLost?
Yes. We have a dedicated lost pet report form that immediately alerts the Highland Humane Society and local pet rescue groups. We also post to pet-specific Facebook groups and PawBoost to maximize visibility among animal lovers in Highland County. Go to our <a href="/report-lost-pet">lost pet reporting page</a> for faster processing.
How does ReportLost notify the Highland Humane Society and other local groups?
We send your report directly to the Humane Society's contact line, relevant Facebook groups, and community boards. Your report details are also cross-referenced against new found item posts for up to 12 months. You don't have to call every group yourself, we handle the distribution and ongoing matching.
What if my item is found after I've filed a report?
We'll notify you immediately with details on where and how the item was found, and next steps to claim it. Most matches happen within the first few weeks, but your report continues searching beyond that window, giving you a second chance if your item resurfaces at a shelter, police station, or community post months later.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates reporting to official channels. We are not affiliated with the Hillsboro Police Department, city government, or humane societies. We don't replace reporting to police, we complement it by also notifying other recovery points and keeping your report actively searching. Think of us as a routing and monitoring layer that saves you time and increases your chances across multiple channels at once.
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Start your report now
The faster you report your loss, the faster your report starts routing to Hillsboro police, city offices, local shelters, and community groups. Then your report keeps searching automatically, 24/7, while you handle what comes next.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Hillsboro Police Department, City of Hillsboro, Highland Humane Society, or any other official agency or business named on this page. We provide a coordination and monitoring service to help route your report and track it across multiple channels. All official lost and found policies and procedures remain the responsibility of their respective organizations.