Lost something in Chestnut Hill? Report it and we'll connect you with the right resources.
One report channels your loss to the Philadelphia Police Department, SEPTA Lost & Found (if transit-related), Philadelphia International Airport (if applicable), and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found items and community posts so you don't have to search 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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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works for you
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right police district, transit authority, airport, or local channels—all in one form.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Philadelphia Police Department, SEPTA Passenger Services, Philadelphia International Airport Lost & Found, and community groups. You get the contact info and next steps for each, plus we file it officially where it belongs.
Your report keeps searching for a match
While you go about your week, your report stays active and continues to cross-check against new found item reports, community posts, and marketplace listings. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so the work of watching doesn't fall on you.
Where to report a lost item in Chestnut Hill
Here's how to reach each service directly. ReportLost handles routing to all of these for you.
Philadelphia Police Department
Your local PPD district holds lost items reported as found at your location. ReportLost will identify which district covers your loss area, generate the exact report to file, and give you the direct contact info and hours. You can also visit the station in person or call to check on an item's status.
SEPTA Lost & Found
If you left your item on a SEPTA bus, trolley, or Regional Rail train, the authority maintains a centralized Lost & Found office. ReportLost tells you the right phone line to call (bus, trolley, or rail) and points you to the Passenger Services office. Items are held for a set period before being donated.
Philadelphia International Airport
Lost something at PHL during a trip? The airport's Lost and Found office is located in the Airport Operations Center and holds items for a defined timeframe. Items left at TSA security checkpoints are handled separately. ReportLost ensures your report reaches the airport and alerts you to any match.
Lost and Found Pets
A missing cat or dog requires different channels: the Pennsylvania SPCA, ACCT Philly (the city's animal control partner), and pet-specific networks like PawBoost and Petco Love Lost spread the word fast. ReportLost makes sure you're connected to all of them. For a speedier process tailored to pets, file a priority lost pet report.
Community Lost & Found Groups
Philadelphia's active community channels, including Facebook groups and Reddit's r/philadelphia, are where locals often post found items. Your report can be shared across these networks so neighbors know what to look for. Posting quickly and consistently in these spaces improves visibility significantly.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Lost items move through the system quickly. Once you've filed your report with us, you've done the hard part. We take it from there, making sure every relevant office and community channel has your information. Then your report keeps working for you automatically.
Report my lost item →Chestnut Hill's tree-lined streets, vibrant Main Street, and proximity to Philadelphia's broader transit network mean lost items can end up in dozens of places: a police district office, a SEPTA bus depot, the airport if you were traveling, or in the hands of a kind neighbor posting to a community group. The problem is that each has its own reporting process, hours, and hold times. Without a coordinated report, you're left piecing together phone calls and checking multiple channels yourself.
ReportLost simplifies that. File one report with us, and we make sure the Philadelphia Police, SEPTA, and other relevant services get the details they need. More importantly, your report doesn't just sit in a filing cabinet. It stays active for your entire search period, automatically matching against new found posts and announcements so you can focus on other things while the search continues quietly in the background.
Common places to lose items in Chestnut Hill
Here's where locals most often find or lose things. Include the specific location in your report for the best results.
Chestnut Hill Main Street
The neighborhood's shopping and dining hub. Wallets, phones, and shopping bags are frequently lost or left behind at retailers and cafes along Germantown Avenue.
SEPTA Bus Stops and Routes
Items left on buses or at transit shelters throughout Chestnut Hill make up a steady portion of lost reports. Check with SEPTA Passenger Services first if you used public transit.
Chestnut Hill Academy and nearby parks
The school and surrounding green spaces see regular foot traffic. Lost items here sometimes end up with school offices or park maintenance staff.
Local shops and restaurants
Purses, phones, and keys are frequently left at the counter, in booths, or in restrooms. Calling the business directly often yields quick results.
Germantown Avenue commercial corridors
The busy street that runs through and near Chestnut Hill is lined with businesses. Lost items here may be held by individual shops or turned in to nearby police.
Community channels where found items are posted
Many Chestnut Hill residents and Philadelphia neighbors share found items in these spaces. Your ReportLost report can reach these communities automatically.
Active group where locals post found items citywide, including from Chestnut Hill and surrounding neighborhoods.
Subreddit for Philadelphia metro discussions, frequently used to post about lost items and coordinate local searches.
If your lost item is a pet, this neighborhood-specific group reaches many eyes quickly.
Local community group with updates, events, and sometimes lost and found posts specific to the neighborhood.
Frequently asked questions
How long do police and transit hold lost items?
The Philadelphia Police Department typically holds found items for 30 to 90 days, depending on the district. SEPTA Passenger Services holds items for 30 days before donation or disposal. If your item is valuable or sentimental, contact them quickly. ReportLost keeps your report active throughout this window and beyond.
What if my item was lost on SEPTA transit?
Call SEPTA Passenger Services at 215-580-5740 for Regional Rail or 215-580-7800 for bus and trolley, or visit the Passenger Services Office at Suburban Station. ReportLost identifies the right transit line and number for your situation, so you call the right place on the first try.
Can I file a report even if I'm not sure where I lost my item?
Yes. Include your best guess about the location and the timeframe, and note any transit or businesses you visited. ReportLost will route it to the relevant districts or services. The more specific you are, the better, but don't let uncertainty stop you from reporting.
What happens if my item is found after I report it?
Once you file a report with ReportLost, we alert you the moment a match appears in police records, transit lost & found databases, or community posts. You'll get a notification so you can contact the holding location and claim your item.
How does ReportLost differ from calling the police or transit directly?
ReportLost handles the entire routing process for you in one go. Instead of figuring out which district, which SEPTA line, which airport service, and which community groups to contact, we do that work. We file your report with all of them, and your report stays active automatically for 12 months, matching against new found posts continuously. You don't have to call back weekly to check.
Is ReportLost official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We don't replace the police or transit lost & found. Instead, we ensure your report reaches them correctly and quickly, and we layer in automated matching and community outreach so you're not doing that work alone. The Philadelphia Police Department, SEPTA, and PHL Airport handle the actual custodianship of lost items.
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Ready to find your item?
The first step is simple: fill out your report with details about what you lost, where, and when. From there, ReportLost coordinates with the Philadelphia Police, SEPTA, community groups, and other services on your behalf. Your report stays active and searching, so you can move forward with confidence.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Philadelphia Police Department, SEPTA, Philadelphia International Airport, the Pennsylvania SPCA, ACCT Philly, or any other government or municipal agency. We work to connect you with these services and keep your report active in their systems and community channels, but we do not operate them. For official lost and found services, contact these agencies directly using the phone numbers and links provided.