Lost & Found Guide

Lost something in Midland? Report it once and let us handle the rest.

Submit a single report and we'll notify the Midland Police Department, City of Midland, local transit, Midland International Air and Space Port, and monitor social channels and online marketplaces continuously to match your item.

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.

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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.

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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.

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How ReportLost Works in Midland

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You file one report

Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Our system captures all the details needed by local authorities and community channels.

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We route it to the right places

Your report goes directly to the Midland Police Department (for in-city losses), City of Midland services, EZ-Rider transit, airport terminals, and local lost and found networks.

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We scan the web automatically for matches

Our system searches Facebook groups, Nextdoor, PawBoost, marketplace listings, and local social posts repeatedly over months. When a credible match appears, we alert you immediately, so you don't have to refresh lost and found pages every day.

Where to Report & What ReportLost Does for You

Each channel below can be contacted directly, or we handle the routing and follow-up for you.

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Midland Police Department

If your loss occurred within city limits, the police department maintains a lost property log. You can report in person at 601 N Loraine Street or call non-emergency dispatch. We identify which precinct or desk handles your item and ensure your report is filed correctly.

Non-Emergency Line: (432) 685-7108|Police Department Details

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City of Midland Services

The City can help route inquiries to the right department and provide guidance on municipal property or items lost on city property. City Hall sits at 300 N Loraine. We generate the specific information you'll need when you reach out.

City Hall: (432) 685-7100

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EZ-Rider Transit

Lost something on a local bus or at a transit stop? EZ-Rider serves Midland and Odessa with a lost and found at their main office. We tell you exactly how to check and which contact method is fastest for your situation.

EZ-Rider: (432) 561-9990

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Midland International Air and Space Port

Misplaced baggage, a phone at the gate, or a bag left in the terminal? The airport's lost and found and participating airlines keep records. We ensure your description reaches the right airline counter or airport customer service desk.

Airport Lost & Found|Southwest Airlines: (432) 685-2700

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Lost Pets

If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing, time matters. The Midland Animal Shelter, local rescue groups, and PawBoost networks mobilize searches quickly. We connect you with the right channels and help you post alerts across multiple platforms at once. file a priority lost pet report for faster reach.

Midland Animal Shelter: 1200 N Fairgrounds Rd

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The sooner you report, the better your chances.

Every day counts when an item is lost. Filing a report early means more venues have a clear description, and our automated monitoring catches matches as soon as they're posted online. Once you've submitted your information, the team takes over.

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Midland sprawls across the Permian Basin, and losing something means reaching out to scattered channels: the police department on North Loraine, the EZ-Rider transit office on Younger Road, the airport over near the terminals, social media groups, and more. It's exhausting to coordinate, and it's easy to miss a post if you're not checking every group daily.

ReportLost streamlines the entire process. File once, and we notify all the right authorities, scan local community networks automatically, and keep watch for weeks or months until your item reappears. You can take a breath and focus on other things, knowing the search is running in the background.

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Common Places Midlanders Lose Items

Whether it's a shopping district, a work hub, or a transit stop, we know the hotspots.

Downtown Midland (N & S Loraine, Wall Street)

Banks, offices, shops, and restaurants cluster here. Lost wallets, phones, and bags often surface at nearby service desks or police lost and found.

Midland International Airport

Luggage, electronics, and documents are left at gates, security, baggage claim, and ticket counters. The airport maintains a central lost and found.

EZ-Rider Transit Stops & Buses

Commuters lose keys, bags, and personal items on buses and at major stops. EZ-Rider's lost and found processes items regularly.

Shopping & Recreation Areas (Fairgrounds Road, Andrews Highway)

Retail parks, entertainment venues, and community gathering spots see frequent losses. Staff often hold items temporarily before transferring to police.

Scharbauer Park & Civic Area

Parks and recreation fields are common sites for lost sports gear, keys, and personal items. City parks maintenance can assist.

Midland's Active Lost & Found Communities

Local residents and community groups share found items daily. We monitor these channels automatically so you don't have to.

Midland/Odessa Lost & Found
Facebook group for lost and found items, pets, phones, wallets, and more
Midland/Odessa Texas Lost & Found Pets
Dedicated Facebook group for lost and found animals in the area
West Texas Pet Detective
Large Facebook network that mobilizes pet recovery across West Texas
r/Midessa
Reddit community for Midland and Odessa locals who post lost and found items
Nextdoor Midland
Neighborhood posts about found items and local alerts
PawBoost
Platform for reporting and finding lost pets across the Midland area

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to report in person at the police department?

For losses within Midland city limits, the police department asks that you report in person at 601 N Loraine Street to file a formal report. ReportLost handles the coordination and ensures your details are captured accurately, so you don't have to repeat the story multiple times.

How long does the police department hold lost items?

The Midland Police Department's Support Services Bureau manages lost property. Storage duration can vary; we recommend checking on your specific item within the first few weeks and providing a detailed description so they can identify it quickly.

What if I lost something on the EZ-Rider bus?

Call EZ-Rider at (432) 561-9990 during office hours (Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). They check their lost and found database. ReportLost ensures your item description and details are ready when you call, so the conversation is fast and accurate.

I lost a bag at the airport. Who keeps it?

Contact the airport's lost and found directly, and also reach out to your airline. Southwest Airlines uses (432) 685-2700 for baggage inquiries; other airlines have dedicated lost baggage lines. We make sure you have the right contact info and description ready.

How does the automatic monitoring work?

Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, PawBoost, marketplace listings, and local social media repeatedly for weeks or months, looking for posts that match your item's description, location, and timing. The moment a credible match appears, you get an alert, so you can reach out directly. You don't have to refresh pages manually.

Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the police?

No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you report to the right authorities and monitors public channels for matches. We supplement official channels like the police department, city services, and animal control, not replace them. All reports we file are made on your behalf to official channels; you remain the person of record.

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Ready to search smarter?

The faster you get your loss reported and monitored, the sooner you can recover it. File your report now and let our system scan Midland's lost and found networks for you.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Midland Police Department, City of Midland, EZ-Rider Transit, Midland International Air and Space Port, or any other local authority or business. We route reports on your behalf to these official channels and monitor public lost and found networks; we do not replace official reporting or police processes. Always contact official services directly for urgent matters or items with legal significance.