Lost something in Plum? Report it and let us handle the search.
One report routes to the Plum Borough Police Department, Pittsburgh International Airport (if relevant), Allegheny County Animal Control, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for 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.
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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Pennsylvania : there is no single statewide holding period. Each department, transit agency and venue defines its own retention and claim procedure, often a few months, never guaranteed.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Plum
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details needed to alert the right agencies and community channels in Plum and the Pittsburgh area.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to Plum Borough Police, relevant transit lost and found offices, Allegheny County Animal Control (if applicable), and gets posted to active local Facebook groups and community networks.
Your report keeps searching for you
We don't stop after one day. Your report stays active across the entire search period, automatically matching against new found items, marketplace posts, and community announcements, so you don't have to check multiple sites every morning.
Where Your Lost Item Might Be
Contact these services directly, or let ReportLost do it for you.
Plum Borough Police Department
The Plum Borough Police Department maintains a lost and found for items reported in Plum. They can accept your report and check for recovered items. We generate the exact details and contact info so your report reaches the right desk.
Pittsburgh International Airport Lost and Found
If you lost something at PIT or on the way through, the airport's lost and found office has a dedicated system for recovering items. We tell you whether your loss location qualifies for airport notification and provide the contact details.
Public Transit Services
Items left on buses and regional rail in the Pittsburgh area, including service to Plum, are logged in separate systems by each transit operator. We identify which service covers your route and contact their lost and found on your behalf.
Plum Borough Municipal Services
For items lost in public buildings, parks, or community centers in Plum, the borough's administrative offices can help direct your report. We point you to the right department.
Lost Pets
Missing a dog, cat, or other pet in Plum? Allegheny County Animal Control and the Humane Animal Rescue have active lost and found pet programs. Time is critical for pets, so report immediately. You can also file a priority lost pet report on ReportLost, which prioritizes pet recovery and notifies shelters across Allegheny County.
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Get your report in motion today
The sooner you report, the better your chances. ReportLost takes care of notifying all the right channels, and your report stays active in the background, continuously searching for matches. No daily follow-ups required.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Plum can feel frustrating, especially when you're not sure where to start. The police department, transit services, animal shelters, and community groups all exist to help, but they don't talk to each other. You end up making phone calls to multiple numbers, posting on different Facebook groups, and checking back constantly to see if anyone's found your item.
ReportLost simplifies that. Submit once, and we notify the Plum Borough Police Department, Pittsburgh International Airport lost and found (if needed), transit services, Allegheny County Animal Control, and the right community channels all at the same time. Once your report is in the system, it stays active and keeps searching automatically for 12 months, matching your description against new found items and posts, so you can focus on your day while we work in the background.
Common Places to Lose Items in Plum
Report the specific location, and we'll route your report to the relevant local services.
Downtown Plum and New Texas Road
The main business district and commercial areas, including shops, restaurants, and offices along New Texas Road, are frequent places where people misplace items. We alert local businesses and the police department.
Allegheny Commons Regional Park and Recreation Areas
Parks and public recreation spaces in Plum attract foot traffic. Lost items here often end up reported to the borough's parks department or police.
Pittsburgh International Airport Approach
For travelers passing through PIT or heading to the airport, items are sometimes lost in vehicles, waiting areas, or transit hubs. We notify the airport's lost and found if applicable.
Public Transit Stops and Routes
Bus stops, regional rail stations, and vehicles serve Plum residents commuting to Pittsburgh and beyond. Transit lost and found offices hold items temporarily.
Residential Neighborhoods
Items lost near home, in yards, or during moves can often be found through local community networks and police reports. We post to active neighborhood groups.
Active Community Channels
Your report gets shared on platforms where Plum and Pittsburgh area residents actively help each other.
Facebook group for lost and found pets across the county, including Plum
Active Facebook community for reuniting lost and found pets in the Pittsburgh metro area
Reddit community where Plum residents and Pittsburgh area members post about lost items and pets
Neighborhood and community groups where residents share found items and local alerts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Plum Borough Police Department keep lost items?
The Plum Borough Police holds recovered items for a reasonable period before disposal. When you report with ReportLost, we advise you to contact the police department at 412-795-6800 ext 4302 to ask about the current hold period and claim your item quickly.
How long will my report stay active on ReportLost?
Your report remains active for either 12 months, depending on the coverage option you choose. During that entire period, we continue to match your item description against new found items, marketplace posts, and community announcements, alerting you if a match appears.
What if I lost something on a bus or transit vehicle?
PRT (Pittsburgh Regional Transit) operates buses serving Plum. Items left on buses are typically held for a limited time. ReportLost identifies which transit service was involved and submits your report to their lost and found. You can also call PRT Customer Service at 412-442-2000 (weekdays 6am–7pm, weekends 8am–4:30pm) to check immediately.
My pet is missing in Plum. What should I do?
Contact Allegheny County Animal Control immediately at 412-737-0111. Time is critical for pets. Post to Facebook groups like 'Allegheny County, PA Lost and Found Pets' and 'Lost & Found Pets in Pittsburgh' right away. ReportLost also offers a priority lost pet report option that notifies shelters and animal control across the county automatically.
What if I lost something at Pittsburgh International Airport?
If your loss occurred at PIT, contact the airport's Lost and Found office at 412-472-3525 between 6 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. daily. You can file a report online at flypittsburgh.com. ReportLost can notify the airport as part of your report if the loss location is relevant.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
ReportLost is an independent service that works with official agencies and community channels on your behalf. We are not part of the Plum Borough Police Department, Pittsburgh Police, or any government agency, but we partner with them to ensure your report reaches the right desk and stays searchable while official systems process it.
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Ready to report your loss?
The moment you submit, your report begins its journey to the police department, relevant transit services, animal control, and community channels in Plum and the Pittsburgh area. Once it's in the system, it keeps searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Plum Borough Police Department, Pittsburgh Police, Pittsburgh International Airport, Allegheny County Animal Control, PRT, or any other government or municipal entity. We work to route your report to these official agencies and community channels, but we do not operate their lost and found systems. Always verify contact information and hours before visiting in person. For emergencies, contact local police directly at 911.