Lost something in Urbana? Report it and let us handle the search.
One report, and we notify the Urbana Division of Police, City Hall, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously cross-matching new found posts with your description.
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 Urbana
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, when, and where in Urbana. We gather the details needed to reach the right local channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Urbana Police Department, City of Urbana lost and found services, animal control if needed, and gets shared across local Facebook groups and community networks.
Your report keeps searching for you
Rather than checking marketplace posts and community boards yourself every day, your description stays active and matched against new found items, pet sightings, and announcements for your entire search period. You'll get an alert if a credible match surfaces.
Where lost items go in Urbana
Know where to report, and what ReportLost does for you
Urbana Police Department
The Urbana Division of Police accepts reports of lost property and maintains records. If you lose a wallet, phone, keys, or other items in public spaces, the police can take your report and hold found items. We ensure your loss gets into their system with all the right details.
City of Urbana Municipal Services
The City of Urbana coordinates with various departments when items are turned in at City Hall or reported through municipal channels. We connect your report to the right desk so you don't have to figure out which department handles what.
Grimes Municipal Airport
If you lost something at Urbana's Grimes Field, a small general aviation airport north of the city, contact the airport management directly. Items left at check-in or security areas are held separately.
Lost Pets
Lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Urbana? The Humane Society Greater Dayton supports the Urbana area with microchipping, pet recovery resources, and connections to animal control. Local Facebook groups and PawBoost let the community help reunite you with your pet. Speed matters for lost animals, so report right away and file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost as well.
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Ready to report?
The sooner you submit your report, the sooner your description reaches police, city services, and local community channels. Once it's in, your report keeps working for you automatically.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Urbana disrupts your day, but the real headache comes next: police records, animal control, multiple Facebook groups, Humane Society contacts, local marketplace posts. Each service handles its own database. You end up phoning around, posting repeatedly, refreshing feeds constantly, hoping someone spots your wallet, ring, dog, or phone and thinks to contact you.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report covers all the places Urbana residents actually report found items. Your description gets routed to the Division of Police, City Hall, animal welfare resources, and the community channels where locals post discoveries. Even better, your report doesn't go stale. It stays active and keeps working for you for 12 months, automatically cross-matching new found posts and announcements so you don't have to. Once you submit, you can focus on your day instead of obsessing over lost and found sites.
Common places people lose items in Urbana
Most losses happen in busy public areas, shops, and transit hubs
Downtown Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices clustered around South Main Street are where many wallets and phones go missing. Police patrol frequently here.
Grimes Field & North Main Street
The airport and surrounding commercial area see occasional losses during travel and pickups. Airport staff maintain a dedicated lost and found.
Parks and Recreation Areas
Local parks and outdoor spaces are common spots where rings, bags, and pet items are left behind or pets stray.
Local Shops and Restaurants
Small businesses throughout Urbana often hold found items for a short period. Reporting to the police helps them broadcast to local merchants.
Community channels where Urbana residents post found items
These groups and networks are how locals reunite with lost belongings and pets
Facebook group connecting residents who lose and find pets in the Urbana and wider county area
Facebook community dedicated to lost and found dogs across Ohio, including Urbana sightings
Free lost and found pet database where Urbana residents post missing and found animals
Neighborhood and community pages where residents post found items and ask for information
Official City pages sometimes boost lost item announcements from the Police Department
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Urbana
How long do the Urbana Police hold found items?
The Urbana Division of Police typically holds property for a set period before disposing of it. Check with their Records Department at (937) 652-4352 or policerecords@ci.urbana.oh.us to ask about current retention timelines for your specific item.
Where do I report a lost pet in Urbana?
Contact the Humane Society Greater Dayton (which serves Urbana), your local animal control, and post immediately on PawBoost and the Lost and Found Pets in Champaign County Facebook group. ReportLost can help coordinate these notifications and keep your pet's report active for 12 months of searching.
What should I do if I lost something at Grimes Airport?
Contact Grimes Municipal Airport directly at the number on their website. Small airport lost and found services often reunite items quickly if you report within a day or two.
How do I file a lost item report with the Urbana Police?
Call the Urbana Division of Police at (937) 652-4350 or visit their office at 205 South Main Street. You can also contact the Records Department at (937) 652-4352. ReportLost will generate the key details to include and ensure your report reaches the right department.
Can I post about lost items on Urbana City social media?
The City of Urbana's official pages sometimes amplify lost item alerts, especially for lost pets. Posting to local Facebook groups and contacting the Police Department are your most direct routes. ReportLost will ensure your report reaches both official channels and community networks.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We are not affiliated with the Urbana Police Department or City of Urbana. We do not replace filing an official police report. Instead, ReportLost automates the process of notifying police, city services, animal control, and local social channels on your behalf, and keeps your description actively matched against new found items for months. Always file an official police report as well if required.
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Your report starts now
Taking five minutes to file a detailed report with us sets everything in motion. The Urbana Police, City Hall, animal services, and community channels get notified. Your description stays in the search for 12 months. Then you can breathe, knowing the work is being done.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Urbana Division of Police, City of Urbana, Grimes Municipal Airport, Humane Society Greater Dayton, or any other local agency mentioned. We do not replace official police reports, animal control filings, or direct contact with lost and found services. Our role is to notify these services and community channels on your behalf and maintain an active search for matches. Always follow local instructions and file official reports as required.