Lost something in Garland? Report it once and we'll help you find it.
File one report with ReportLost, and we'll notify the Garland Police Department, City of Garland, local animal services, and relevant community channels. Then we monitor the web continuously for matches across marketplaces, social media, and neighborhood groups so you don't have to check daily.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Garland – updated this July 18, 2026
- 📍 Tablet device lost near Palos Verde Lake Park, July 17.
- 📍 Wallet with ID lost near Crowley Park, July 15.
- 📍 Tablet device lost near Garland/DFW Heloplex, July 14.
How ReportLost works in Garland
You describe what you lost
Tell us what went missing, where, and when. We gather the details needed to alert the right local agencies and create a searchable record.
We route it to the right places
We submit your report to the Garland Police Property Unit, file alerts with local animal services if applicable, and post across community channels so locals know what to look for.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, classified ads, marketplace listings, and local social channels repeatedly over 6 to 12 months. The moment a credible match appears, we alert you. No need to refresh pages yourself.
Where to report a lost item in Garland
Below are the main channels. ReportLost coordinates them for you.
Garland Police Department
The Garland Police Property and Evidence Unit holds items turned in to police. If you found property on a street or filed a theft report, this is where it typically ends up. You can visit in person Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or contact them by phone. ReportLost tells you exactly which precinct covers your loss location and handles the initial notification.
Property & Evidence Unit: 972-205-3435|Non-emergency line: 972-485-4840
City of Garland
Garland City Hall coordinates lost and found services across municipal departments and can direct you to the right desk. If your loss occurred on city property or involved a city service, they can point you to the responsible department. ReportLost generates the exact information to include in your inquiry.
Retail and public venues
Lost items at shopping centers, restaurants, movie theaters, and other businesses usually go to their customer service desks. Garland has many commercial areas where people frequently lose wallets, phones, and bags. If you know where you lost it, contact that location directly. ReportLost can help you draft the right description to share.
Public transit
If you lost something on a local bus or at a transit center, contact the relevant transit authority serving Garland. Many items are held for a set period before being discarded. The sooner you call, the better your chances.
Dallas/Fort Worth airports
If your loss happened at DFW or Dallas Love Field (the main airports serving the Garland area), each has a dedicated lost and found office. Items are held for varying lengths of time depending on the terminal. ReportLost can point you to the right desk based on where you lost it.
DFW Lost and Found: +1-469-784-2888|Dallas Love Field: (214) 670-4227
Lost pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in Garland, time is critical. Garland Animal Services is the official city shelter and accepts lost pet reports. They also check for found animals brought in by community members. Call to file a report and ask if any matching pets have been surrendered. For broader reach, post in local pet groups and the Garland area lost pet networks on social media. ReportLost can help you file a priority lost pet report and monitor pet recovery channels around the clock, file a priority lost pet report
Garland Animal Services: 972-205-3570 (option 2)|Email: animalservices@garlandtx.gov
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Getting your report in quickly improves your chances
The sooner you file, the sooner police, businesses, and community members know what to look for. And once you've submitted your details to ReportLost, you can focus on other things. We take it from there, tracking leads and monitoring channels for you.
Report my lost item →Garland residents lose items everywhere—at the mall, on the bus, at work, in restaurants, or around downtown. The catch is that each place has its own lost and found, the police hold property separately, and community groups are scattered across Facebook and Nextdoor. Reaching them all takes hours.
ReportLost changes that. One report goes to every relevant channel at once. Then, instead of you checking Facebook groups and police updates every day for months, we do the monitoring for you. We cross-reference descriptions, locations, and dates across the web so you can step back and let the system work.
Common places where Garland residents lose items
Knowing where you lost something helps narrow the search.
Downtown Garland
Restaurants, shops, and office buildings around downtown are frequent loss spots. Items often end up at business lost and found desks or with the police.
Garland retail centers
Shopping malls, strip malls, and big-box retailers around town see lost wallets, phones, and bags regularly. Call the customer service desk of the specific store or center.
Parks and public spaces
Garland's parks, trails, and community areas are places where people lose items outdoors. The city or parks department may hold found items, or locals may post about finds on community Facebook groups.
Public transportation
Bus stops and transit centers serving Garland can be loss points. Contact the transit operator directly if you remember which route or stop.
Near DFW airports
If you traveled through Dallas/Fort Worth International or Dallas Love Field, airport lost and found offices handle items left in terminals, on planes, or in parking areas.
Community groups watching for lost items
Local Garland residents actively post found items and help reunite people with their belongings.
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the Garland and Mesquite area
Facebook group for lost and found pets in Garland and nearby Rowlett
Subreddit for Garland where residents post lost items and pets
Local neighborhood app where Garland residents alert neighbors about found items and lost pets
Neighborhood and city groups where locals share information about lost and found items
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Garland
How long does the Garland Police Property Unit hold items?
The police typically hold found property for a set period before disposal. Call 972-205-3435 as soon as possible to check if your item is in their system. The sooner you call, the better your chances of recovery.
What should I do if I lost something at a local business?
Contact the business's customer service or front desk directly. Describe the item, when you lost it, and where in the store. If you're not sure which business, ReportLost can help you organize your search and create a description to use when calling around.
Can I file a lost item report online with the Garland Police?
For lost property reports, you can call the non-emergency line at 972-485-4840 or visit the Police Department lobby at 1891 Forest Lane, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ReportLost handles the initial contact and coordinates the report for you.
How do I search for my lost item on community groups?
Join the local Facebook groups like 'Lost & Found Dogs and Cats of Garland/Mesquite Texas' and post a clear photo and description of your item. You can also browse recent posts to see if someone has posted a found item matching yours. ReportLost scans these groups continuously so you don't have to check daily.
What if my loss happened at DFW airport?
Call the DFW Lost and Found at +1-469-784-2888 (Monday–Sunday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.) or Dallas Love Field at (214) 670-4227. Have your flight number, date, and terminal information ready. ReportLost can help you get in touch with the right office based on your flight details.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not affiliated with any police department or city agency. When you file a report with us, we notify the relevant official channels (police, city, animal services, etc.) on your behalf and monitor public channels for matches. You remain in control of your report and can also contact authorities directly if you prefer.
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Ready to find your lost item?
The first step is simple: describe what you lost, where, and when. ReportLost takes it from there, filing alerts across all the right channels and monitoring the web for your item while you go about your day.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Garland Police Department, City of Garland, Garland Animal Services, DFW, Dallas Love Field, or any other local agency or business mentioned. We work as a coordination tool to notify relevant parties and monitor public channels for matches. Filing a report with ReportLost does not replace filing an official report with police or contacting agencies directly if you choose to do so.