Lost something in Chattanooga? Report it once and let us find it for you.
Submit one report and we notify the Chattanooga Police Department, local transit authority, relevant businesses, and automatically monitor the web for matches across social channels and marketplaces—no daily checking required.
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
Reported in Chattanooga
- KeysOctober 12
- WalletAugust 12
- Set of keysAugust 5
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 describe your loss
Tell us what you lost, where and when, and any identifying details. We guide you through what matters most for recovery.
We route your report where it counts
Your loss reaches the Chattanooga Police Department, transit authority, airport if relevant, local lost and found offices, and active community channels—all from one submission.
Automated monitoring finds your match
Our system continuously scans Facebook groups, Reddit, local marketplaces, and the broader web for posts matching your item's description, location, and timeframe. You get alerted the moment a credible match appears—for up to 12 months.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Chattanooga
Each channel plays a role—ReportLost connects them all at once and watches them all for you.
Chattanooga Police Department
The CPD accepts lost and found reports at their non-emergency line and can log items in their system. We generate your report details and point you to the right contact, so your description is consistent and complete.
City of Chattanooga Services
City Hall and the 311 line handle public space and city facility inquiries, including lost items found on public property. We ensure your report reaches the right department based on where you lost your item.
CARTA Lost & Found
Items left on Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority buses are held at their main office. We inform CARTA of your loss and check their system for you.
Chattanooga Airport Lost & Found
The airport's lost and found office sits on the lower level of the rotunda and is open Monday through Friday. We help you reach airport staff with accurate details about items left behind.
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
If your item was lost on the UTC campus, the university's police department and lost and found service can assist. We help you report to the right department.
Lost Pet Report
If you've lost a pet, McKamey Animal Center and the Humane Educational Society handle lost and found animals across Chattanooga. They maintain active registries and work with local shelters. For a faster, more comprehensive search with automatic web monitoring, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
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Getting your report in the system early makes a real difference.
The sooner you file, the sooner we start monitoring for matches across every channel where your item might show up. Once your report is submitted, the hard work of tracking and coordinating is ours—you can breathe easier knowing multiple services and web sources are being checked on your behalf.
Report my lost item →Chattanooga has thriving neighborhoods, busy transit corridors, and popular attractions where items go missing every day. When something is lost, reporting it to the police, checking CARTA's lost and found, posting on community Facebook groups, and monitoring marketplaces all become separate tasks that feel overwhelming—and gaps in communication mean your item might slip through the cracks.
ReportLost simplifies the entire process. One report triggers coordinated notifications to all the right local services and channels, and our continuous web monitoring means you don't have to refresh group posts or check multiple sites repeatedly. You submit once, then we work to find your lost item while you focus on other things.
Popular places where items go missing in Chattanooga
These neighborhoods and venues are high-traffic areas where lost and found activity is common. Reporting early helps ensure your item gets logged properly if found.
Downtown & Main Street
The heart of Chattanooga's shopping, dining, and entertainment district. Items are often lost in retail stores, restaurants, and on the street.
North Shore & Riverwalk
Popular outdoor destination along the Tennessee River. Wallets, keys, and personal items frequently turn up here.
UTC Campus
A large residential and academic area where students and visitors lose items in classrooms, student centers, and campus facilities.
Coolidge Park & Arts District
Community gathering space and cultural hub where families and event attendees experience losses, especially during concerts and markets.
Airport & Transit Hubs
Busy transportation nodes where bags, phones, and valuables are commonly left on buses, shuttles, or in waiting areas.
Community channels that actively help reunite items
Chattanooga residents share lost and found posts across local groups. ReportLost monitors these channels continuously for you.
Facebook group where community members post and search for lost items and found goods
Reddit community where locals discuss lost and found requests and offer sightings
Active Facebook community focused on lost and found pets in the Chattanooga area
Official animal shelter page posting found animals daily, monitored by our system
Questions about losing something in Chattanooga
How long does the Chattanooga Police Department keep lost items?
Check directly with the Chattanooga Police Department at (423) 698-2525. Different items may have different retention periods. Filing a report early and providing accurate descriptions ensures your item is logged and identified if it arrives at their office.
What happens if I left something on a CARTA bus?
Call CARTA customer service at (423) 629-1473 as soon as possible. They hold items for a limited time. When you file a report with us, we ensure CARTA is notified and we follow up on their inventory for you.
If I lost something at Chattanooga Airport, how do I get it back?
The airport's Lost and Found office is located in the Dispatcher's Office on the lower level of the rotunda. It's open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Call (423) 855-2204 to describe your item and check if it's been turned in. If your item involves airline baggage, contact your airline directly.
Can ReportLost help me search UTC campus if I lost something there?
Yes. We route your report to the UTC Police Department and their lost and found office at (423) 425-4357. We also monitor campus-related social channels and community posts to identify matches.
How does ReportLost's automatic monitoring actually work?
Once you file a report, our system continuously scans Facebook groups (like the LOST and FOUND Chattanooga group), Reddit (like r/Chattanooga), local marketplaces, and the broader web for posts matching your item's description, location, and date. We send you an alert the moment a credible match is found, so you don't have to manually check these sites every day for months.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or police department?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you file reports and coordinates notifications to official local agencies like the Chattanooga Police Department, CARTA, the airport, and other services. We don't replace the police or any government office—we complement and simplify the process of reaching them and monitoring for matches across multiple channels. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by these agencies, but we work alongside them to improve your chances of recovery.
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Start your search now
The sooner you report your lost item, the sooner we alert the right services and begin monitoring the web for matches. Every day counts, and every channel matters—let us handle the coordination and surveillance while you move forward.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Chattanooga Police Department, City of Chattanooga, CARTA, Chattanooga Airport, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, McKamey Animal Center, or any other local agency mentioned. We help coordinate reports and monitor public channels, but we do not replace official lost and found services or police reporting. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies in Chattanooga, contact the police at (423) 698-2525.