Lost something in Forest Grove? Report it and keep searching.
One report routes to Forest Grove Police, local shops and community channels. Your report stays active, keeping an eye out for a match without you having to check back every day.
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.
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How ReportLost works in Forest Grove
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to reach Forest Grove Police Property and Evidence, local businesses, and community groups with accuracy.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to Forest Grove Police, relevant lost and found offices, and active local social channels. You don't have to make ten calls or post on five groups yourself.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, new found items and posts are automatically checked against your description. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears, so you can focus on other things while we work behind the scenes.
Where lost items end up in Forest Grove
These are the main places to report a loss. ReportLost handles the outreach for you.
Forest Grove Police Property and Evidence
The Police Department holds found property for 90 days. If someone turns in your item, it will be here. We tell you which department covers your loss location and generate the exact information to include when you file a report.
Forest Grove City Hall and local businesses
Lost items at City Hall or around downtown are often turned in to the front desk or nearby shops. City Hall can point you toward the right business if you lost something at a specific location in town.
Community transit (GroveLink and Community Connectors)
If you lost something on GroveLink or a Community Connectors bus, contact Ride Connection. Lost items are typically held at the transit office. We point you to the right desk so you don't guess which agency to call.
Lost pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Forest Grove or nearby Cornelius, contact Washington County Animal Services immediately. They hold lost pets with ID for a minimum period and can reunite you with your animal. For faster community alerts, file a priority lost pet report.
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Your report is just the beginning
Once you submit your report, ReportLost alerts the right Forest Grove services and community channels. You'll get an immediate confirmation, and your report automatically stays in search mode. If a match shows up in the next weeks or months, we notify you so you can reconnect with your item.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Forest Grove means contacting multiple places separately: the Police Property and Evidence office, local shops where you might have left it, community Facebook groups, and Nextdoor. Each service works independently, and there's no single place tracking all the "found" reports for you. By the time you've reached out to everyone, days have passed and your item may have moved on.
ReportLost takes the legwork out of reporting. Describe what you lost once, and we notify Forest Grove Police, local businesses, and community channels on your behalf. Better yet, your report doesn't disappear after one day. It stays active for your full search period, continuously cross-referencing new found items and social posts with your description so you're not refreshing Facebook or calling back every morning wondering if someone's posted about it.
Common places people lose items in Forest Grove
If you remember where you lost it, that detail helps us route your report to the right business or department.
Downtown Forest Grove
Main Street and Council Street shops, restaurants, and offices. Items left at the counter or in parking lots often end up with business owners or City Hall.
Parks and Recreation Areas
Riverside Park, community sports fields, and walking trails. Found items are often turned in to nearby facilities or the Parks Department.
Schools and Educational Centers
Pacific University campus and K-12 school areas. Lost and found departments at each institution hold items separately.
Transit Stops and Buses
GroveLink stops and Community Connectors routes. Items left behind are collected and held at Ride Connection's office.
Residential and Neighborhood Streets
Items found on neighborhood walks or near homes are often kept by neighbors or reported to Forest Grove Police.
Community groups where found items are posted
Forest Grove residents help each other locate lost belongings through these channels. ReportLost posts to these spaces on your behalf.
Facebook group for reuniting lost and found animals in the area
Facebook community group for all types of lost items, pets, and local help
Neighborhood network where locals post and share found items
Reddit Oregon community where lost and found posts sometimes gain visibility
Questions about reporting a loss in Forest Grove
How long does Forest Grove Police hold found property?
The Police Department holds found items for 90 days before disposal. This is why reporting quickly matters. Contact Property and Evidence at 503-992-3260 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm) to ask if your item has been turned in.
What if I lost something on GroveLink or Community Connectors?
Call Ride Connection at 503-226-0700 to report a lost item on transit. They maintain a lost and found for items left on buses. Have your route number and the approximate time you rode available when you call.
My pet is missing in Forest Grove. What's the fastest way to find it?
Call Washington County Animal Services immediately at 503-846-7039 to report your missing pet and ask if they've received it. Then post to local Facebook groups like the Forest Grove/Cornelius Lost and Found Pets page. File a lost pet report with ReportLost to alert multiple channels at once.
Where do I report a lost item if I'm not sure which business it's at?
Start by calling Forest Grove Police Property and Evidence at 503-992-3260 to see if it's been turned in there. If not, contact City Hall at 503-992-3200 and describe the area or business where you think you lost it. They can help direct you or collect your information.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for 12 months depending on the option you choose when you file. During that entire period, new found items and community posts are checked against your description. If a match appears, we send you an alert so you don't have to manually search every day.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace Forest Grove Police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside Forest Grove Police and local authorities, not as a replacement. We handle the coordination and long-term tracking for you. If your item involves a crime, you should file a police report directly by calling non-emergency dispatch at 503-629-0111.
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Start your report today
The sooner you report a loss, the sooner Forest Grove Police, local businesses, and community channels are alerted. Submitting your report now means your item has the best chance of being found and returned to you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Forest Grove Police Department, the City of Forest Grove, Ride Connection, Washington County Animal Services, or any other local authority or business mentioned. We coordinate notifications on your behalf to improve your chances of recovery, but we do not hold, store, or manage lost items. For emergencies or crimes, contact Forest Grove Police directly at 503-629-0111 (non-emergency dispatch).