Lost something in Addison? File a report and let us handle the rest.
Submit one report and we notify Addison Police, check with local businesses and public spaces, alert the community, and keep your report active and searching for a match.
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
Texas : there is no statewide holding period. Each police department, transit agency and venue sets its own retention policy, commonly around 90 days but different in every city. Contact the relevant organization to confirm its procedure.
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most for finding it.
We route it to the right channels
Your report goes to Addison Police, the right local offices, relevant businesses, and active community channels so the right people know to look.
Your report stays active and searching
For your entire search period, we cross-check new found posts, community alerts, and marketplace listings against your description. You get notified if a credible match surfaces, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to Report in Addison
A map of local recovery channels. ReportLost connects them all for you in one step.
Addison Police Department
The Addison Police Department handles reports for lost items and keeps records that other agencies check. We tell you which reports are relevant and file on your behalf if needed.
Town of Addison City Services
The Town operates parks, facilities, and public spaces where items turn up. We ensure your report reaches the right city department and know which offices to check for you.
DFW Airport & Dallas Love Field
If you lost an item at the airport or on a flight, both DFW and Love Field have dedicated lost and found offices. We point you to the exact office and what details to provide.
Lost Pets
Addison Animal Services handles lost and found pet reports and works with the SPCA of Texas and local rescue networks. If your cat or dog has gone missing, time matters. File a priority lost pet report to alert every shelter and group in the area immediately.
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Ready to start your search?
The sooner you file, the sooner we connect your loss to the right people and places in Addison. One report, one click, and the system starts working for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Addison, whether it's a wallet left at a restaurant, a ring at the park, a phone, or a beloved pet, means navigating multiple separate systems, all with different hours and procedures. The police department handles certain items, local businesses keep their own lost and found drawers, animal control manages pets, and community groups scatter across Facebook and Nextdoor. By the time you've called around to all of them, days have passed.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. File one report with us, and we automatically notify Addison Police, alert local found-item channels, and post to the community groups where Addison residents check for their own losses. Your report keeps searching for a match across all those places for 12 months, so you can move on while we work behind the scenes. No subscription, no daily searching on your part, just one clear entry point into the whole recovery system.
Common places where items are lost in Addison
We route your report to the right locations.
Airport Parkway & Business District
The commercial core of Addison, home to restaurants, shops, and offices where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently left behind.
Addison Circle Park
A popular gathering spot where rings, jewelry, and outdoor items go missing. The park and its nearby retail areas are known community recovery points.
Restaurants & Dining Venues
Addison's upscale dining scene means lost phones, glasses, and jewelry in establishments along Tollway and local streets.
Residential & Neighborhood Streets
Pets, keys, and personal items lost while walking or moving in Addison neighborhoods. Local groups and neighbors often spot found items.
Hotels & Hospitality Areas
Hotels and lodging facilities along major corridors, where travelers frequently lose items during stays and departures.
Community channels where Addison residents post found items
We post your report here so the right people see it.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets across the Addison area
Reddit community where locals post lost and found items in the Dallas area, including Addison
Neighborhood app where residents report lost items, found pets, and community news
Regional resource for lost pets with shelter listings and community coordination
Questions about losing and finding in Addison
How long does Addison Police keep lost and found items?
Items turned in to the Addison Police Department are typically held for a period of time before being disposed of or donated. We recommend filing your report right away and contacting the Police Department directly at 972-450-7100 (non-emergency: 469-289-3270) to check the status of any specific item. ReportLost keeps your report active so you don't have to call every week.
What if I lost a pet in Addison?
Contact Addison Animal Services at 972-450-2845 or email animalservices@addisontx.gov immediately. Also reach out to the SPCA of Texas. The sooner you file a lost pet report with ReportLost, the sooner we alert all local animal control, rescue networks, and community groups like the Far North Dallas lost pets group. Time is critical with pets.
I lost something at DFW Airport. Where do I report it?
DFW has a Lost and Found office in Terminal E baggage claim, open 8am to 6pm daily. Call 469-784-2888 or visit dfwairport.com. If you lost an item on a flight, contact the airline directly. ReportLost can guide you through which step to take first and what information to have ready.
Can I file a lost item report online with Addison Police?
You can contact Addison Police through their website at police.addisontx.gov/Contact-Us to ask about online reporting options. ReportLost handles filing the report on your behalf and ensures it reaches the right department.
How long does ReportLost keep searching for my item?
Your report stays active for your entire search period, which you can choose to be 12 months. During that time, we cross-reference new found posts, community alerts, and marketplace listings with your description. If a credible match surfaces, we notify you right away. You don't have to check every day, follow up, or re-post.
Is ReportLost official? Does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not run by or affiliated with Addison Police or any government agency. We don't replace official channels; we work alongside them. When you file with us, we make sure your report reaches Addison Police, local lost and found offices, and community groups. You're free to contact the police directly as well. Think of us as the bridge that connects all those channels so you don't have to manually contact each one.
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Every minute counts when something is lost. Once your report is in our system, Addison Police, local services, and the community start looking while your report keeps searching for matches. You can breathe easy knowing the recovery process has begun.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with Addison Police Department, the Town of Addison, DFW Airport, Dallas Love Field, Addison Animal Services, SPCA of Texas, or any other government or private entity mentioned on this page. We work cooperatively with these organizations to route your report to the appropriate channels, but we are not part of them. Always verify contact information and hours directly with these organizations. For immediate emergencies, contact Addison Police at 972-450-7100.