Lost something in Albany? Here is who to contact.
File one report, and we notify the Albany Police Department, connect you with local lost & found offices, and scan the web continuously for matches across marketplaces, social channels, and community boards.
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
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 it works
You describe your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate a detailed report with all the info the police need and the facts that matter for web searches.
We route it everywhere
Your report goes straight to the Albany Police Department's lost & found operations, local businesses, transit services, and public posts. You don't have to call ten places.
Automated monitoring finds your item
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplaces, and the entire web every day for 12 months, looking for posts that match your loss. We alert you instantly when a credible match appears, so you're not refreshing sites yourself.
Where to report in Albany
A breakdown of local resources and what ReportLost does at each step
Albany Police Department
The Albany Police Department's Support Division runs the lost & found for property reported in the city. They accept reports by phone on the non-emergency line. We file your report with them and ensure your item is logged into their system.
Albany Transit System (ATS)
If you left something on a local bus, the Albany Transit System operates a lost & found for items found on their fareless routes. We contact them on your behalf and provide the details they need to track your item.
Local businesses and public spaces
Stores, restaurants, parks, and other venues often hold found items at their front desks or service counters. We help you identify which businesses are most likely to have picked up your item and suggest reaching out to them with the right details.
Lost pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in the Albany area, time is critical. Contact local animal shelters and rescue groups right away, and post to community networks. ReportLost offers a dedicated lost pet workflow that reaches far more places and people than a standard report. File a priority lost pet report.
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Ready to get started?
The sooner you file, the sooner your item enters our monitoring system. Once submitted, you're done with the paperwork. We handle the notifications and the searches.
Report my lost item →Albany has a split lost & found landscape: the police handle property reports, the transit system tracks items left on buses, and local community groups and social platforms fill the gaps. Without a single hub, it's easy to file a report in one place and miss a match posted somewhere else. ReportLost bridges that gap by consolidating your report and automating the search across every channel at once.
Once you submit your loss to ReportLost, we take the legwork off your plate. Our team routes your details to the right offices and turns on continuous web monitoring so that when your item surfaces online, you hear about it before it disappears again. You can focus on your day while we keep watching.
Common places to lose things in Albany
Neighborhoods and landmarks where ReportLost helps most
Downtown Albany
The heart of the city, with shops, restaurants, and government offices. Easy place to leave a bag or phone while stopping for lunch or running an errand.
Near the Albany Transit Center
The hub for local bus routes. Items left on buses or at the station waiting area often turn up in the ATS lost & found, but need a report to track down.
Monteith Riverpark area
A popular outdoor space along the Willamette River. Wallets, keys, and sunglasses frequently go missing in parks; our web scan catches posts from people who find items here.
Oak Street and Main Street commercial strips
Retail and dining clusters where lost items often end up at shop registers or customer service desks.
Community networks where items are posted
Local groups and forums where found items turn up (ReportLost monitors these for you)
Lost and Found posts appear frequently on local Albany area community pages and neighborhood groups.
Neighbors often post found items on Nextdoor, organized by neighborhood and easy to search by category.
Subreddits for Oregon and the Willamette Valley sometimes host lost & found threads, especially for high-value items.
Items for sale (or free) appear on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and other platforms; we search these regularly for matches.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Albany Police Department hold lost items?
The Albany Police Department stores found property reported through their Support Division. Check with them directly at 541-917-7680 to ask about retention periods; policies can vary by item type. ReportLost keeps your report active for 12 months to catch delayed matches online.
What if I lost something on an Albany Transit System bus?
Call the ATS non-emergency line at 541-917-7667 as soon as possible to report it. Describe the item, the route, and the time you were on the bus. ReportLost alerts ATS about your loss and also monitors community posts in case someone posts a found item before it reaches their office.
Can I file a report online with the Albany Police Department?
Yes. The Albany Police Department offers online reporting through their MyPDConnect system at albanypd.mypdconnect.com. You can also call the non-emergency line at 541-917-7680. ReportLost can file on your behalf or help you complete the form with all the right details.
How does ReportLost monitor the web for my item?
Once you file, our system runs automated searches every day across Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplaces, classifieds, and other public channels, looking for posts that match your item's description, location, and date. When a credible match is found, we send you an alert so you can follow up. You don't have to check sites yourself.
Is ReportLost affiliated with the Albany Police Department or the city of Albany?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not part of the police or city government, but we route your report to the right places and do the legwork of monitoring for you. We complement official lost & found processes; we don't replace them.
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Start your search today
The sooner you report, the sooner our system begins searching. Every day counts, and once you've filed, the surveillance is automatic.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Albany Police Department, the City of Albany, Albany Transit System, or any other government or public agency mentioned on this page. We help you file reports and monitor public channels; we do not replace official lost & found services or police procedures. Always contact local authorities directly for urgent or time-sensitive losses.