Lost something in Arlington? Report it and keep searching automatically.
One report reaches the Town of Arlington Police Department, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically cross-checking new finds against your description.
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
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 ReportLost Works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details once and route them to the right places so you don't have to.
We notify the right channels
Your report goes to Arlington Police, local lost and found desks, and relevant community groups. No back-and-forth calls needed.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and cross-checks new posts, found items listings, and community announcements. You get an alert if a credible match surfaces, so you don't spend months refreshing pages.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Arlington
Each channel serves a purpose. ReportLost handles the coordination so you don't have to contact each one separately.
Arlington Police Department
The Town of Arlington Police handle lost and found reports. File a report for items lost in public spaces, vehicles, or local businesses. ReportLost will submit your information to the right department and follow up on your behalf.
Town of Arlington Town Hall
Town Hall can direct lost and found inquiries and provide information about which department handles items lost in specific locations. ReportLost identifies the exact department and generates the right details to include.
Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA)
Lost something on a MATA bus? The transit lost and found office holds items for a limited time. Contact them directly or let ReportLost include your report in the transit network.
Memphis International Airport (MEM)
If you lost an item at MEM, the airport's lost and found holds items separately from airline-specific claims. Call directly for items left in terminals or common areas.
Lost Pets
Missing a cat, dog, or other pet in Arlington? Contact Memphis Animal Services immediately and post in local pet networks. Time is critical for lost pets, and community groups respond fast. File a priority lost pet report.
Community Groups
Arlington residents share found items and lost pet alerts on Facebook and Nextdoor. ReportLost posts your report to these channels and monitors for responses, so you don't have to refresh feeds daily.
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The sooner you report, the better.
Early reports give the search more time to catch a match. Once you submit, your report is working for you across all channels.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Arlington—a wallet at a local shop, a ring downtown, a phone on the bus—means juggling multiple searches. The police take reports, the transit lost and found keeps items for a while, community Facebook groups fill up with posts. Without a central place to coordinate, your item gets harder to track as days pass.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. File once, and we route your report to the Town of Arlington Police, Memphis Area Transit Authority, and local community channels. The difference: your report doesn't just sit. It stays active for months, automatically matching your description against new found items, marketplace listings, and social posts. While you move on with your day, the search keeps going for you.
Common Places Loses Happen in Arlington
Arlington spans several neighborhoods and commercial zones. Knowing where you lost something helps prioritize which department to contact.
Downtown Arlington
Shops, restaurants, and civic offices along the main commercial strip. Lost wallets, phones, and eyeglasses are common here. Arlington Police handle reports for downtown losses.
Airline Road Corridor
The main commercial strip near Town Hall and businesses. Items left in shops or parking lots here get routed through local police and merchants.
Transit Hubs
MATA bus stops and routes throughout Arlington. If you lost something on a bus or at a stop, the transit lost and found is your first contact.
Residential Areas
Neighborhoods across town. Lost pets and items left in yards or driveways are best reported to police and posted in community groups.
Parks and Recreation
Open spaces where phones, rings, and bags are frequently lost. Arlington Police or Town Hall can direct you to the right department.
Community Groups That Help
Arlington residents actively share lost and found posts on social media. ReportLost alerts these communities on your behalf.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
Local Facebook community for pet losses and findings
Broader regional Facebook network covering the Memphis area
Reddit threads where locals post lost items and offer tips
Questions About Lost Items in Arlington
How long does the Arlington Police Department hold lost and found items?
The Town of Arlington Police Department stores lost items for a set period before disposal. Exact retention times vary by item type and value. Contact the non-emergency line at 901-379-7625 to ask about your specific item and retrieve it before the hold period expires. ReportLost includes this information in your report so the department can follow up on your timeline.
How long does MATA keep items left on buses?
The Memphis Area Transit Authority's lost and found office at 444 N. Main holds items for a limited time. Call them directly during business hours (Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.) to check if your item arrived. ReportLost will include your description in the transit system, so they can cross-reference it against new finds.
I lost my pet. Where do I go first?
Call Memphis Animal Services immediately at 901-937-3900 and visit in person at 2350 Appling City Cove. Also post in the Lost and Found Pets of Arlington and Lakeland group on Facebook and other local pet networks. The faster you report, the faster the community can help search. ReportLost can amplify your pet alert across all channels simultaneously.
What if I lost something at Memphis International Airport?
If the item was left in the terminal or common area, contact MEM Lost & Found at (901) 922-8298 or lostandfound@flymemphis.com. If it was on an aircraft, contact your airline directly. ReportLost will help you file the right claim and monitor airport channels for updates.
How does ReportLost keep my report active for 12 months?
Once you file, ReportLost enters your item description into an automated matching system. For your entire search period, the system cross-checks new found items posted to local Facebook groups, community marketplaces, police postings, and lost and found updates. If a credible match appears, you receive an alert. You don't have to refresh pages daily; your report does the watching for you.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police report?
ReportLost is an independent service that complements official channels, not replace them. We route your report to the Arlington Police Department and other official departments, but filing with ReportLost is not a substitute for filing a police report or contacting departments directly. Our role is to coordinate the process and keep your report active in the background so you don't have to manage each channel separately.
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Start Your Search Right Now
The first hours matter. File your report, and let ReportLost handle the coordination with Arlington Police, transit, community groups, and beyond. Your report stays active and searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Town of Arlington, the Arlington Police Department, Memphis Area Transit Authority, Memphis Animal Services, or Memphis International Airport. We coordinate communication with these agencies on your behalf but do not replace direct contact with official departments. Always file a police report and contact relevant services directly for time-sensitive claims.