Lost items in San Diego, Texas: where to report and search
Contact the San Diego Police Department or City Hall directly, or use ReportLost to publish a free listing and choose automated or team-assisted search options.
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.
No report has been filed in San Diego yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to report a lost item
File a free public listing
Create a report on ReportLost with details and photos. Your listing becomes searchable immediately and remains available to help people who find items.
Contact local services
Call the San Diego Police Department (non-emergency: 361-279-3351) or visit City Hall at 404 S Mier St. They can advise on where your specific item may have been taken or found.
Choose a search option
Upgrade to Automatic search (6 months, $12) for web-wide monitoring, or Team-assisted search (12 months, $25) to add manual outreach to local businesses and services.
Where to report and search in San Diego
Verified local contacts and what each service covers
San Diego Police Department
The police department handles lost property reports. Call the non-emergency line to describe your item and ask where it may have been turned in. They can also provide guidance on lost items found in public spaces.
San Diego City Hall
City Hall can direct you to the right department if your item was lost at a city facility or public event. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. CST.
Lost pets
If you have lost a pet in San Diego or the surrounding area, contact local animal shelters and post on pet-specific networks. Lost pets may be reunited through community alerts and shelter databases.
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Share your report on ReportLost
Publish a free public listing that appears in search results for people looking for lost items in San Diego. If you want additional monitoring, you can upgrade to automated web search or team-assisted outreach.
Create a report →San Diego is a small city where lost items often end up with local police, local businesses, or community members. Start by contacting the police non-emergency line or City Hall to ask where items of your type are typically held.
ReportLost lets you publish a free listing and optionally add professional search services. This complements direct calls to local services and community alerts on social media.
Common places where items are left
Check these areas and their local businesses if your item was lost nearby
Downtown San Diego
Local shops, restaurants, and government offices along Mier Street and the downtown area.
Public spaces and parks
Parks, public facilities, and community centers where items are often turned in to staff or local authorities.
Community groups and social media
Share your report and ask for help locally
Search for San Diego community or lost and found groups where locals share alerts.
Post in your neighborhood to reach nearby residents who may have found your item.
Reddit's San Diego community can sometimes help locate or spread word about lost items.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the police department hold lost items?
Storage times vary. Contact San Diego Police (361-279-3351) or City Hall (361-279-3341) to ask about specific retention policies for your item type.
Should I report my lost item to the police?
For lost wallets, IDs, or items of value, contacting the police non-emergency line is a good first step. They can log the item and advise on where to search based on where it was lost.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service or part of the police?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform. Your free listing and search options are separate from official police reports. Always contact local police and services directly for urgent or stolen items.
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Ready to search?
Compare ReportLost search options to find the right fit for your situation. Free listings help reach people browsing for found items; paid options add automated web monitoring or direct outreach to local services.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with San Diego city government, the San Diego Police Department, or any other official agency. For emergencies or stolen property, contact local police at 911 or the non-emergency line.