Lost and Found in Foster, Rhode Island
Report a lost item directly to the Foster Police Department, or use ReportLost to publish your report publicly and explore paid search options. Free listing available.
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
No report has been filed in Foster yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to Report a Lost Item
Report to Local Services
Contact the Foster Police Department at 401-397-3317 or visit 182 Howard Hill Road. They maintain a lost and found for items found within town. You can also file a report with the Town Hall at 401-392-9200.
Create a Free Public Listing
Publish your report on ReportLost at no cost. Your listing will be searchable and visible to other users, but ReportLost does not conduct active searches.
Choose a Paid Search Option
Automatic search ($12) includes 6 months of web monitoring and a QR code. Team-assisted search ($25) adds 12 months, manual outreach to local services, and distribution to community groups.
Local Resources
Where to report and retrieve lost items in Foster
Foster Police Department
The police department handles lost and found reports and stores items recovered in town. Available 24/7 for emergencies; call non-emergency or visit in person during business hours.
Foster Town Hall
Town Hall can direct you to the appropriate department and may hold items in their main office. Contact the Town Clerk's office for assistance.
Lost Pet
If you lost a pet, call Animal Control at 401-397-3317 (same number as police non-emergency). Post on local Rhode Island pet groups and contact nearby shelters. For serious searches, file a lost pet report.
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Publish Your Report Now
A free public listing on ReportLost takes minutes and is immediately visible to others searching the platform. Add photos and details to improve recognition.
If you lose an item in Foster, start by contacting the Foster Police Department or Town Hall. Both maintain lost and found records for items recovered locally.
ReportLost offers a free public listing plus optional paid search services to extend your reach beyond local channels.
Common Areas in Foster
Check these locations and nearby services first
Downtown Foster
Central business area near Town Hall and Police Department; start with local merchants and town staff.
Foster Town Roads
Item lost while traveling; contact police and check any shops or services near where you last had it.
Community Groups
Foster and Rhode Island lost and found communities
RI Lost Pets group for missing animals
Lost & Found Pets of Rhode Island
Anything Foster community group
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Police Department hold lost items?
Contact the Foster Police Department directly at 401-397-3317 to ask about retention policy for specific items. Policies vary by category.
Can I file a report online with the town or police?
Call the Police Department at 401-397-3317 or visit Town Hall. Check their websites for any online forms or email options.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform. It complements direct contact with police and town services but does not replace them.
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