Lost something in Murfreesboro? We'll help you get it back.
File one report and we notify the Murfreesboro Police Department, Rutherford County facilities, and local social channels. Then we monitor the web continuously so you don't have to.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Murfreesboro – updated this July 18, 2026
- 📍 Foldable stroller lost near Agricultural Center Ball Park, July 12.
- 📍 Black leather purse lost near Barfield Crescent Park, July 13.
- 📍 Earring lost near GO USA Fun Park, July 17.
How ReportLost Works
You describe your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture every detail that matters for reuniting you with your item.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Murfreesboro Police Department Lost and Found, local transit if needed, and the right city departments. No more guessing which office to call.
Automated searches find your match
We scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community channels every day for weeks. If someone posts "found," we alert you right away, so you're not refreshing sites all day.
Where to Report a Loss in Murfreesboro
The official channels, and what ReportLost does to speed them up.
Murfreesboro Police Department
The police department maintains a Lost and Found facility and will contact you within 24 hours of receiving an item. Items are held for 30 days. For items found at police headquarters or turned in to officers, this is your first stop. We tell you the exact precinct location and how to follow up without the runaround.
City Hall & Municipal Services
Lost items recovered in city buildings, parks, and public spaces often end up coordinated through Murfreesboro's central city offices. We help you navigate which department handles your specific loss location and prepare the information you'll need to provide.
Murfreesboro Transit
Leaving something on a Murfreesboro Transit bus? Items left aboard are typically turned in to the transit office. Service runs 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays. We generate the exact description to include when you report a missing item from transit.
Murfreesboro Regional Airport
The Murfreesboro airport serves regional flights and has its own Lost and Found office. Open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. For international or connecting flights, Nashville International Airport is about 30 minutes away and also maintains a separate Lost and Found. We clarify which airport handled your loss and guide your report accordingly.
Murfreesboro Airport Lost and Found|Nashville International Airport Lost and Found
Lost Pet? File a Priority Report
If you've lost a pet in Murfreesboro, time matters. Rutherford County PAWS holds strays and lost animals, and the community has active Facebook groups dedicated to reuniting pets with owners. We coordinate alerts across shelters and social channels to maximize visibility. File a priority lost pet report to get your pet in front of shelter staff and local rescuers instantly.
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The sooner you file, the better your chances. Once your report is submitted, our team takes care of routing and monitoring, and you can focus on your day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Murfreesboro can feel overwhelming. Your wallet ends up at the police station, your keys might be at a local business, a lost pet bounces between the shelter and Facebook groups, and you're left calling different places and refreshing social media constantly. The city's lost and found system works, but it's fragmented, and catching a "found" post before someone else claims it takes hours of checking yourself.
ReportLost simplifies this. One form, one submission, and our team routes your loss to the Murfreesboro Police Department, Rutherford County PAWS if it's a pet, local transit, and the right community channels. Then we do the hard part for you: we monitor the web automatically for months, tracking Murfreesboro-area posts and listings so that by the time someone reports finding your item, you know about it instantly. Just file, then breathe easy while we watch.
Common Places People Lose Items in Murfreesboro
We route reports to the right location, so geography doesn't slow you down.
Downtown Murfreesboro
Shops, restaurants, and public spaces around Main Street and Vine Street. High foot traffic and many local businesses with their own Lost and Found systems.
MTSU Campus
Middle Tennessee State University has its own University Police Lost and Found. Items left in buildings, dining halls, or library are often logged there separately from city systems.
Public Parks & Recreation
Stones River National Battlefield, local parks, and greenways where items are sometimes turned in to park staff or local businesses nearby.
Murfreesboro Transit Network
Items left on buses during commute times. We know the exact routes and reporting process for transit-related losses.
Shopping & Commercial Areas
Malls, shopping centers, and retail districts where lost items typically go to customer service desks or management offices.
The Murfreesboro Lost & Found Community
Where locals post and find items. ReportLost monitors these channels automatically so you don't have to.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets with their owners
Active community alerts for missing and found animals in the area
Local subreddit where community members sometimes post lost items and sightings
Neighborhood app where lost and found items are frequently shared by residents
Items are sometimes posted as "found" on local buy/sell groups
Specialized network for lost pet alerts and shelter database checks
Questions About Lost Items in Murfreesboro
How long does the Murfreesboro Police Lost and Found keep items?
The Murfreesboro Police Department retains lost items for 30 days. Items not claimed within that period may be discarded or donated. This is why reporting quickly and checking regularly matters. ReportLost's automated monitoring helps you catch a match before those 30 days expire.
What if I lost something on a Murfreesboro Transit bus?
Call Murfreesboro Transit at 615-893-5210 to ask if your item was turned in. They typically hold items at their transit office. ReportLost ensures your report includes the exact bus route and time, making it easier for transit staff to help you.
Where is Rutherford County PAWS located, and what are their hours?
Rutherford County PAWS is located at 285 John Rice Boulevard, Murfreesboro, TN. They're open Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., plus 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on weekends. You can also call 615-898-7740 or email paws@rutherfordcountytn.gov.
What if I lost something at the Murfreesboro airport?
The Murfreesboro Regional Airport Lost and Found is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Call 615-848-3254. If you flew through Nashville International Airport, their Lost and Found is open 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily at 615-275-2098. ReportLost helps you determine which airport and files accordingly.
How do I report a lost item if I'm not sure which Murfreesboro office has it?
That's exactly what ReportLost solves. You describe your loss and where it happened, and we route your report to the police department, the right city office, transit if applicable, or other relevant facilities. You don't have to make multiple phone calls.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police department?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Murfreesboro Police Department or the city government. We don't replace official channels. Instead, we're a faster, more comprehensive way to file and monitor simultaneously. We submit your information to the right official offices and then do the legwork of monitoring community channels and online listings for you, so nothing falls through the cracks.
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Filing a report takes just a few minutes. Once submitted, our automated system takes over, scanning local channels and the web continuously for matches. You've done your part, and now we do ours.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Murfreesboro Police Department, the City of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County, Murfreesboro Transit, Murfreesboro Regional Airport, MTSU University Police, Rutherford County PAWS, or any other government or commercial entity listed. We do not operate or maintain any official lost and found facility. We help expedite your reports to the right offices and monitor public channels on your behalf. Always verify current hours and procedures directly with official agencies.