Lost something in York, SC? Report it and we'll connect you with the right people.
File one report and we'll route it to the York Police Department, York County Animal Control, local Facebook groups, and other relevant channels. Your report stays active, keeping search for matches.
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 in York
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We guide you through the details we need so the right people can actually help.
We route it to the right channels
Your report reaches the York Police Department, York County Animal Control, local lost and found groups on Facebook, and other places where people actively search and recover items in York.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and we compare it against newly posted found items, shelter intake lists, and community alerts. You'll get notified if we find a credible match, so you don't have to check every day.
Where lost items end up in York
The official channels, and how ReportLost connects you to all of them
York Police Department
The Police Department at 12 N Roosevelt Street takes reports of lost or found items and may hold them in their lost and found. We provide the exact location and contact details so you can follow up, and we make sure your report reaches them the day you file it.
City of York City Hall
City Hall at 10 N Roosevelt Street can point you to the right department depending on where and what you lost. We generate the contact details and ensure your report includes all the information they need.
York County Sheriff
York County Sheriff's Office covers areas outside the city limits and also maintains lost and found protocols. We tell you which jurisdiction covers your loss location and provide their direct contact so you know who to follow up with.
Lost pet? Priority reporting
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, York County Animal Control at 803-628-3190 is your first stop. They hold strays Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 713 Justice Boulevard. We alert them immediately and also post to local pet recovery groups. For fastest results, file a priority lost pet report.
Facebook and community groups
York has active lost and found communities on Facebook where locals post daily. We share your report with the groups that reach York residents most frequently, so more eyes see what you're looking for.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we start connecting you
Every hour counts when something is lost. Filing your report today means it reaches York Police, the animal shelter, community groups, and other channels the same day. Once it's in the system, our matching engine works for you in the background for the full duration of your search.
Report my lost item →Losing something in York hits differently depending on what it is. A wallet disappears at a downtown restaurant or the Rec Center, a beloved pet slips out of the yard, a ring gets left behind at a hotel or shop. York's different neighborhoods, police jurisdiction, the animal shelter, and scattered Facebook community groups all handle these situations separately, and trying to contact each one yourself takes hours.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. One report, filed in minutes, gets routed to York Police, York County Animal Control, local lost and found groups, and other relevant channels automatically. And here's the key difference: your report doesn't go quiet. It stays live for 12 months, continuously matching against new found items and alerts, so you're not stuck refreshing Facebook groups and calling the shelter every other day. Once you report, the search is already in motion.
Where York residents lose things most
Common spots and neighborhoods where people file lost and found reports
Downtown York
Restaurants, shops, and offices around N Roosevelt Street and the heart of the city account for many lost wallets and personal items.
York County Rec Center
At 21 White Rose Lane, the Rec Center sees lost phones, keys, and gym belongings daily from families and visitors.
York County Animal Shelter area
Near 713 Justice Boulevard, lost and found pets are reported frequently, especially dogs and cats from neighborhoods across the county.
Residential neighborhoods
Lost pets from areas like Oakwood, Stonecrest, and other subdivisions are commonly reported to Animal Control and local Facebook groups.
York's active lost and found communities
Real people, real posts, every day
Facebook group with daily lost and found pet posts and community support
Facebook group focused on reuniting lost and found animals across the county
Official city Facebook page for local announcements and community alerts
Official York PD Facebook for lost item reports and updates
Questions about losing and finding in York
How long does York Police keep lost and found items?
York Police typically hold items for a set period before donating or disposing of them. We recommend calling them at 803-684-4141 as soon as you file your report to confirm they have your item and ask about their retention timeline.
What's the best way to search for a lost pet in York?
Contact York County Animal Control immediately at 803-628-3190. The shelter is open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 713 Justice Boulevard. Post on the local Facebook lost pet groups and PawBoost. We ensure all these channels get your report the same day.
Can I file a report for something lost outside York city limits?
Yes. If you lost something in York County but outside the city, the York County Sheriff's Office at 803-628-3059 handles lost and found reports. We route your report to the right jurisdiction based on your loss location.
How quickly should I report a lost item?
File your report as soon as you realize something is missing. The first few hours are critical, especially for pets. Once you file with ReportLost, your report goes out to the right people immediately, and it stays active for months so you're not scrambling to re-post everywhere.
Do I still need to visit the York Police Department or animal shelter in person?
You can, especially for urgent situations like a missing pet. But filing a ReportLost report gets the word out automatically to all the right places. For follow-ups or to claim an item, you may need to call or visit in person, and we'll give you all the details.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or part of York Police?
ReportLost is an independent service that partners with and routes reports to official channels like York Police, York County Animal Control, and local communities. We're not a government agency, but we're built to help you navigate the official system faster. Your report still goes through all the standard channels, and you can always contact those agencies directly.
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Ready to find what you've lost?
Filing your report with ReportLost takes about five minutes. From there, your lost item or pet gets routed to York Police, the animal shelter, local groups, and other recovery channels. Your report stays live and searching for the entire duration you need. Start now.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the York Police Department, York County Sheriff's Office, York County Animal Control, the City of York, or any other government or commercial entity. We help route your report to these official channels and local communities, but we are not a replacement for them. Always contact the appropriate authorities and venues directly for urgent situations or to claim items.