Lost something in Taylor? Here is who to contact.
File a single report and we'll alert Taylor Police Department, Taylor Borough offices, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching new found items posted across the area.
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
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.
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 what you lost
Tell us where and when you lost your wallet, ring, phone, or other item. We gather the details that matter most to searchers and police.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to Taylor Police Department, Taylor Borough, COLTS transit lost and found (if applicable), and gets posted to local community networks where your neighbors are most likely to spot it.
Your report keeps searching for you
You don't have to check Facebook groups and transit services every day. Your report stays active and automatically looks for matches against new found item posts, marketplace listings, and local reports for 12 months, with alerts sent straight to you.
Where to report a lost item in Taylor
The official channels we alert on your behalf, plus direct contacts if you prefer to reach out yourself.
Taylor Police Department
Report your lost item to TPD's non-emergency line. We'll note which precinct covers your loss location and make sure your report reaches the right desk. Items held at the police station may be claimed during business hours.
Call (570) 342-9111|Email info@taylorpolice.us|Visit 122 Union Street
Taylor Borough Hall
Borough offices can direct you to the right department or office if your loss occurred at a public building or event. We'll prepare the exact information they'll need from you.
COLTS Transit (Lackawanna County)
If you lost your item on a COLTS bus, contact their lost and found directly. Items are typically held for 7 days. We'll point you to the right procedure and help you describe your loss clearly.
Lost pet in Taylor
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other animal, time matters. Contact TT's Rescue Squad or check with local animal rescue groups immediately, and file a priority lost pet report with us so your pet gets maximum visibility across the community.
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner we start routing your report and keeping it active across all the channels that matter. Once your report is in, you can stop worrying about checking each office and group yourself.
Report my lost item →Losing something valuable in Taylor means contacting the police non-emergency line, checking with COLTS if it was on a bus, posting to community groups, and then hoping someone finds it before it's gone for good. These are separate channels with different policies and no central way to track your search across all of them.
ReportLost connects all those channels in one place. File your report once, and we handle the routing to Taylor Police Department, borough offices, transit services, and the right social networks. More importantly, your report keeps searching for a match automatically, so you can move forward while we work to put your report in front of the right offices.
Where locals lose things in Taylor
Common places to check, and where we make sure your report reaches.
Downtown Taylor & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and public spaces where wallets, phones, and personal items often go missing.
Taylor Parking Areas
Parking lots near municipal buildings and commercial corridors where items are left behind in vehicles or on the ground.
COLTS Bus Stops & Routes
Items lost on buses or left at transit shelters; COLTS maintains a lost and found for 7 days.
Taylor Borough Parks & Recreation
Community gathering spots and recreational areas where phones, glasses, and outdoor gear are frequently left behind.
Local community networks
Where Taylor neighbors share found items and lost pet alerts. We post to these channels on your behalf.
Facebook group for missing and found pets in the greater Johnstown and Taylor region
Facebook community group for items and pets found locally
Reddit community covering statewide lost and found discussions
Official borough page where lost item alerts reach residents
Questions about reporting and retrieving lost items in Taylor
How long will Taylor Police hold my lost item?
Contact TPD's non-emergency line at (570) 342-9111 to ask about holding periods for your specific item. Most police departments hold lost property for 30 to 90 days before disposal; ask when you report so you know your deadline. When you file with us, we'll make sure your report is in their system right away.
What if I lost something on a COLTS bus in Taylor?
Call COLTS lost and found and have your bus number and approximate time ready. COLTS holds items for 7 days. Once those 7 days pass, unclaimed items may be disposed of or donated, so act quickly. Our report will remind you of this timeline.
Can I report my loss to Taylor Borough Hall directly?
Yes, if your item was lost at a borough building or public event. Call (570) 562-1400 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM) or visit 122 Union Street. We'll help you generate the right information to give them so your report is clear and actionable.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Once you file with us, your report stays active for your chosen period: 12 months. During that time, we're continuously matching your description against new found item posts, community alerts, and marketplace listings. You'll get an alert if a credible match turns up, so you don't have to check every day yourself.
What should I post on local Facebook groups?
Include a clear description (color, brand, any unique markings), where and when you lost it, and your contact info. We'll compose and post this for you to the right Taylor community groups so your neighbors see it immediately.
Is ReportLost.org an official police service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that routes your report to the official lost and found channels that matter: Taylor Police Department, borough offices, transit services, and community networks. We're not law enforcement, but we make sure the right people are notified so you don't have to make a dozen phone calls yourself.
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Don't let your lost item stay lost.
One report, multiple channels, automatic ongoing search. File now and let us handle the rest.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Taylor Police Department, Taylor Borough, COLTS transit, or any local government agency. We route your report to these official channels and local community networks on your behalf, but we do not conduct official police investigations or speak for any law enforcement body. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency police matters, contact (570) 342-9111 directly.