Lost something in Youngstown? Here is who holds found property.
Submit a single report and we coordinate with the Youngstown Police Department, City Hall, the Western Reserve Transit Authority, and Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport. Plus, our system monitors local Facebook groups, community boards, and online marketplaces continuously, so you won't miss a match.
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.
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How ReportLost works in Youngstown
You file one report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details needed to contact the right local offices and services.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Youngstown Police Department, City Hall, transit lost and found, and any other relevant local agency. You don't have to make separate calls or fill out multiple forms.
We monitor the web for you
Our automated search scans social media, local community groups, marketplace listings, and public posts every day, matching details like description, location, and date. The moment we find a credible match, you get an alert. No need to check Facebook, Nextdoor, or Craigslist yourself.
Where lost items go in Youngstown
A breakdown of the main channels and how ReportLost helps you reach them.
Youngstown Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost and found for items turned in by officers and the public. They operate Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We tell you which precinct area covers your loss location and help you file a formal report.
Youngstown Police Department|Non-Emergency Line: (330) 742-8926
Youngstown City Hall
City Hall is available 24 hours, 365 days a year at 26 South Phelps Street. Items turned in to city staff can be inquired about here. We generate the correct contact info and department for your specific loss.
Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA)
Items left on WRTA buses are turned in to the dispatch office at 604 Mahoning Avenue. Call during business hours (Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–9:00 PM; Saturday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM) to check if your item has been recovered. We point you to the right desk and help you describe your lost item accurately.
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport
The airport's lost and found handles items left at gates, in terminals, and on aircraft. Contact the airport directly or ask your airline if your loss occurred during travel. We help you determine whether your report should go to the airport or a specific carrier.
Lost & Found Pets
Youngstown has several active community groups dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets with their owners. The Youngstown Area Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and the Lost and Found Dogs Youngstown, Ohio page are highly active. If you've lost a pet, file a priority lost pet report so we can alert shelters and monitor all local pet channels for you.
Youngstown Area Lost and Found Pets (Facebook)|Lost and Found Dogs Youngstown, Ohio (Facebook)
Community & Social Channels
Lost items often turn up in local Facebook groups, Nextdoor posts, and the r/youngstown subreddit. Residents frequently post "found" items hoping to reunite them with owners. Our system scans these channels automatically every day so you don't have to manually check each one.
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The sooner you report, the better.
Every hour counts when something goes missing. Once you submit your report to ReportLost, we take it from there, coordinating with police, transit, and local agencies while keeping watch on public channels. You can take a breath and focus on your day.
Report my lost item →Youngstown's network of lost and found channels spans the Police Department, public transit, the airport, and dozens of local community groups on Facebook and Reddit. Each has its own process, hours, and contact info. When you lose something, you're left calling around, filing reports separately, and hoping the right people see your post.
ReportLost simplifies everything. One submission connects you to all the official places that handle lost items in Youngstown, and then our team keeps searching public channels continuously so you can move on with your day. Whether your item ended up at a police station, the WRTA dispatch office, a bus shelter, or in a friend's "found items" post on r/youngstown, we'll track it down.
Common places where things get lost in Youngstown
These neighborhoods and landmarks are where most reports come from.
Downtown Youngstown
The central business district and public plazas are busy during the day. Items often end up at nearby shops, the City Hall building, or with police.
Mill Creek Park
A popular green space where wallets, phones, and personal items are frequently left on benches or trails.
Mahoning Avenue Corridor
Home to shops, restaurants, and the WRTA transit hub. Items lost here often surface at store lost and founds or with transit staff.
Boardman & nearby suburbs
Shopping areas and residential neighborhoods where items get turned in to local businesses or left at bus stops.
Where Youngstown residents post about lost items
These are the most active channels for lost and found discussions in the area.
Facebook group with 347 active posts about missing and found pets
Active Facebook group for dog-specific losses
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost cats with owners
Local subreddit where residents post lost items and sightings
Local neighborhood app used to post and search for found items
Common questions about lost items in Youngstown
How long does the Police Department hold lost items?
The Youngstown Police Department typically holds lost items for a set period before disposal. Check with their non-emergency line at (330) 742-8926 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM) to confirm holding times and claim your item.
Where can I check WRTA's lost and found?
Items found on WRTA buses go to the dispatch office at 604 Mahoning Avenue. Call (330) 744-8431 (Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–9:00 PM; Saturday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM) to ask if your item has been turned in.
My item was left at the airport. Who do I contact?
Contact Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport directly at (330) 856-1537 to report and search for your item. If you lost something on a flight, also contact your airline.
Is there a local animal shelter where I can look for my lost pet?
Yes. Check the Youngstown Area Lost and Found Pets Facebook group and the Lost and Found Dogs and Cats Youngstown pages. For more resources, contact local shelters in the Mahoning County area or call (330) 539-5300.
How does ReportLost monitor local channels?
Once you report, our automated system searches Facebook groups, Nextdoor, Reddit, marketplace listings, and public posts every day for matches. We cross-reference details like item description, location, and date, then send you an alert if we find a credible match. This means you don't have to refresh these pages yourself.
Is ReportLost.org official or part of the Youngstown Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service that works with local authorities and agencies, but is not part of any government office. We coordinate your report with the Police Department, City Hall, WRTA, and other relevant services, and handle the continuous web monitoring on your behalf. It's a private service designed to simplify the lost item process and improve your chances of recovery.
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Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Youngstown, Youngstown Police Department, Western Reserve Transit Authority, Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, or any government agency. We coordinate lost item reports with these authorities and monitor public channels on your behalf, but we do not replace their services or official procedures.