Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in Kaufman? Here is where to report it.
One report connects you with the Kaufman Police Department, the Kaufman County Sheriff, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically searching for matches.
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 in Kaufman
You tell us what you lost
Fill out a quick report with details about your lost item, where you lost it, and how to reach you. Whether it's a ring, a purse, your phone, or a beloved pet, we capture everything that matters.
We route it to the right places
We notify the Kaufman Police Department, Kaufman County Sheriff's Office, local animal control if it's a pet, and share your report across the community channels that Kaufman residents actively use every day.
Your report keeps searching for you
You don't have to refresh Facebook groups or scour lost-and-found pages. Your report stays live throughout your entire search window, automatically cross-checking new found posts and alerts. You get notified the moment a credible match surfaces.
Where and how to report a lost item in Kaufman
Each path handles different types of losses. ReportLost connects all of them for you.
Kaufman Police Department
The Kaufman Police Department maintains a lost and found for items turned in by officers or the public. Call the non-emergency dispatch line to report a loss and ask about items that may have been found and turned in. We generate the exact details to include in your call and ensure your report reaches the right desk.
Kaufman County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office also receives lost items and maintains records. If your loss occurred in an unincorporated area of Kaufman County or you're unsure which agency to contact, the Sheriff's Office can help direct you to the right place.
STAR Transit
If you left an item on a local STAR Transit bus, contact their line directly. STAR serves the Kaufman area with routes running Monday through Friday. We help you know exactly what information to have ready when you call.
DFW and Dallas Love Field Airports
Traveling through the Dallas area? Both DFW International and Dallas Love Field maintain lost and found offices. If you lost an item at security or in the terminal, reach out to the airport's dedicated line. We route you to the right phone number and department for your situation.
DFW Airport Lost & Found: 469-784-2888|Dallas Love Field Lost & Found: 214-670-4227
Lost or Found Pet
Missing a dog, cat, or other pet? Kaufman County's Pet Adoption Center and Animal Control work together to reunite lost animals with their families. The faster you report, the better the chance. For priority handling and direct coordination with local animal services, file a priority lost pet report.
Pet Adoption Center: 469-376-4120|Animal Control: 469-376-4598
Kaufman City Hall
City Hall can direct you to the right department or answer questions about where items are typically turned in. Whether it's a public item found downtown or you're unsure which office handles your loss, they can point you in the right direction.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we start searching
Once your report is filed, you're covered. The Kaufman Police, Sheriff's Office, and community channels all get the word. Your report stays active and keeps searching, matching your description against new found items and posts every single day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Kaufman can feel scattered. Your wallet might end up with the police, your dog with animal control, and found posts scattered across different Facebook groups and Nextdoor. Multiple phone calls, multiple websites, and the constant worry that you'll miss the one post that has your item.
ReportLost does the legwork for you. One report reaches the Kaufman Police, the Sheriff's Office, animal control, and the community channels where local people actively look. Then your report keeps working, staying active and searching for a match for up to a year, so you can focus on your day while we focus on bringing your lost item home.
Common places where items go missing in Kaufman
Knowing where you lost your item helps us route it to the right authority.
Downtown Kaufman
The heart of town around Washington Street and City Hall. Wallets, keys, and bags are often turned in to local shops or the police.
Kaufman ISD Schools
Items lost on school property or buses may be held by the school's office or security. The KISD Police can also assist with recovery.
Kaufman County Parks & Recreation
Local parks, fairgrounds, and recreational areas are active community spaces. Found items are sometimes turned in to nearby public offices.
Residential Neighborhoods
Pets and items lost in neighborhoods often show up on Nextdoor or local Facebook groups. We connect your report to those channels instantly.
US-175 Corridor
The main highway running through Kaufman County. Items lost along this route may be reported to the Sheriff's Office or city police depending on location.
Kaufman's active lost and found community
These channels are where locals share and search every day. Your ReportLost report reaches them automatically.
Active Facebook group for lost and found items across the county
Dedicated to lost and found pets in Kaufman County
Community alerts for missing dogs, cats, and other animals
Neighborhood-specific posts from residents in your area
Various Kaufman neighborhood and community pages that share alerts
Questions about losing and finding items in Kaufman
How long does the Kaufman Police Department hold lost items?
Most law enforcement agencies in Texas hold lost items for 30 to 60 days before disposing of them. It's important to file a report and check in promptly. We help you reach the right department and keep your report active during the entire waiting period.
What should I do if I lost a pet in Kaufman?
Call Kaufman County's Pet Adoption Center at 469-376-4120 or Animal Control at 469-376-4598 right away. Also post in local Facebook groups and Nextdoor. We coordinate all of these channels and keep your pet's information live and searchable across the community for months.
Can I report a loss if I'm not sure exactly where I lost the item?
Yes. Give us the general area and the last place you remember having it. Knowing whether you lost it downtown, on a bus, or in a residential neighborhood helps us route your report to the right place. The more details you can add later, the better.
Do I have to call multiple places, or does ReportLost call for me?
When you file a report with us, we notify the Kaufman Police Department, Sheriff's Office, and relevant local channels on your behalf. You get a summary of who to follow up with if you want to, but we're doing the initial legwork so you don't have to make several calls.
What if I find an item in Kaufman? Should I report it?
Yes, please turn found items in to the Kaufman Police Department (469-376-4500) or City Hall (972-932-2216). You can also post in local Facebook groups or Nextdoor. Found items are often matched with ReportLost reports automatically.
Is ReportLost.org an official Kaufman government service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works with local authorities and community channels to help reunite people with lost items. We're not part of the government, but we coordinate directly with the Kaufman Police Department, Sheriff's Office, and local channels to make sure your report reaches the right people. We never replace calling 911 for emergencies.
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Ready to bring your lost item home?
The first step is the easiest. File your report now, and we'll take it from there. The Kaufman Police, Sheriff's Office, community channels, and your own active search all start working together immediately. Your report stays live and keeps searching until you're reunited with what you've lost.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service not affiliated with the City of Kaufman, Kaufman County Sheriff's Office, Kaufman Police Department, STAR Transit, or any other agency or business listed. We work with these organizations to improve the recovery process but do not represent them. Always contact local authorities directly for emergencies. See our full disclaimer for details.