Lost something in San Antonio? Here is who to contact.
Submit one report and we handle the routing to the San Antonio Police Department, airport lost and found, VIA transit, and active local recovery channels, while our automated system scans the web continuously 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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate a complete description tailored for each recovery channel in San Antonio.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to SAPD, airport police, VIA Metro lost and found, Animal Care Services (if applicable), and local social channels that matter in San Antonio.
We monitor for you, month after month
Our system scans Facebook groups, Nextdoor, marketplace listings, and local web channels repeatedly over 12 months. The moment a match appears, you get an alert, so you don't have to check manually every day.
Where to report in San Antonio
These are the official channels. ReportLost coordinates them all at once and monitors for matches.
San Antonio Police Department
File a report with SAPD's non-emergency line or at your nearest substation. Describe your item and where you lost it. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and generate the exact details to include when you report.
San Antonio International Airport Lost & Found
If you lost your item at SAT, contact the airport's dedicated lost and found. Call to check status or visit in person at the location provided. We ensure your airport loss is logged and tracked across all ground and terminal areas.
VIA Metropolitan Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on a VIA bus? Contact the VIA Metro Center lost and found office. They keep items for a set period. We point you to the right desk and ensure your bus route and time are documented accurately.
City of San Antonio Services
Contact the City's main line to report a loss at public locations, parks, or city facilities. They can direct you to the appropriate department or lost and found facility. We handle the initial routing so you don't have to navigate the directory.
Lost Pet Recovery
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in San Antonio, time matters. Report to Animal Care Services, the San Antonio Humane Society, and local rescue networks immediately. For priority coordination with all regional shelters and social channels, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
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Start your report in minutes
The sooner you report, the sooner our monitoring system begins scanning for your item across San Antonio's web, marketplaces, and community channels. Once submitted, you can breathe, knowing the legwork is being handled.
Report my lost item →Losing an item in San Antonio can feel overwhelming, especially when you're not sure whether to call the airport, VIA transit, the police, or search social media groups on your own. Each channel operates separately, and without a coordinated search, your item easily slips through the cracks.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One report triggers outreach to all the right places in San Antonio, and then we take over the surveillance work, scanning the web continuously for any sign of your item. You get to move forward while our system works around the clock to bring it home.
Common places where items go missing
We monitor recovery channels across all neighborhoods in San Antonio.
Downtown & River Walk
High-traffic tourist and dining district where items are frequently left at restaurants, shops, and along the water.
North Star Mall & The Rim
Major shopping centers where lost items end up at customer service desks or are turned in by retail staff.
San Antonio International Airport
TSA checkpoints, terminals, restaurants, and parking areas where travelers commonly lose bags, documents, and electronics.
UTSA & Alamo Colleges Campuses
Student-heavy areas with campus lost and found offices and active community messaging channels.
Public Transit & VIA Bus Routes
Buses and transfer stations where items are left on seats or underneath; VIA's lost and found receives reports daily.
San Antonio's lost & found community
These groups and channels are where locals post found items. ReportLost monitors them all automatically.
Facebook group for general lost and found items across the city
Active Facebook community for reuniting lost pets with owners
Dedicated pet recovery group on Facebook with rapid response
Reddit community where locals ask about lost items and pets
Neighborhood-specific app where found items are posted by local residents
Frequently asked questions
How long does the police department keep lost items?
San Antonio Police generally holds lost property for a set period before disposal. Contact SAPD's non-emergency line at 210-207-7273 to ask about your specific item. ReportLost ensures your report is logged so the department can prioritize your search.
What if I lost something on a VIA bus?
Call VIA Metro's lost and found at 210-362-2006 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.). Have your route number, bus number if available, and the time of loss ready. ReportLost coordinates this report with other channels so nothing falls through the cracks.
How do I reclaim an item from San Antonio airport?
Contact airport lost and found at 210-207-3451. If TSA was involved, you may also need to follow TSA's recovery process. We provide the right contact and ensure your item description is accurate.
What if my pet is lost?
Report immediately to Animal Care Services (311) and the San Antonio Humane Society. Post on local Facebook groups and Nextdoor. For comprehensive monitoring and rapid response across all shelters and community channels, file a <a href="/report-lost-pet">priority lost pet report</a> with ReportLost.
How often does ReportLost check for matches?
Our system scans public Facebook groups, Nextdoor posts, marketplace listings, and other web channels multiple times per week over 12 months. The moment a potential match is found, you receive an alert with details so you can verify and report your loss.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not a government agency. We don't replace the police, fire department, or airport; we coordinate your report to reach them and monitor recovery channels on your behalf. You're still filing official reports; we just handle the routing and surveillance so you don't have to manage each channel separately.
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Don't let your lost item disappear
Every day you wait, your item becomes harder to track. ReportLost gets your report into the system immediately and then keeps searching automatically. The peace of mind comes from knowing that once you submit, an entire network and a surveillance system are working for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the San Antonio Police Department, San Antonio International Airport, VIA Metropolitan Transit, Animal Care Services, San Antonio Humane Society, or any other city or county agency. We coordinate reports to these official channels and monitor public web sources for matches, but we do not hold items or process recoveries ourselves. Always contact the official entity directly to verify an item's status or arrange pickup.